Comment from ravenblack

Excellent

I like your instructive contrasts between rhythms- the martial beat and the waltz. And of course all who choose to March to the beat of a different drummer.

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 08-Nov-2014

Thank you ravenblack, even though the boogaloo is more your style. Lol.

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Thank you for demonstrating the beats of these meters. I enjoyed your marching, shuffling and waltzing descriptions, plus your fun rhymes. Cheers- Joan

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 08-Nov-2014

Thank you Joan. Many dont get this one.

Comment from rod007

Excellent

You are one of the masters of poetry on this site and I agree with your observations of the two different types of poetry. I write poetry from the gut, I'm a complete amateur so it is nice to learn from you. Well done, Tom.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014

Thank you rod, for a wonderful review and nice compliment.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

What a good idea for a poem, Tom, and I have to say, I much prefer the beat of the Anaoestic, (being a fan of the waltz!) I loved how it moved along. But, I do write a lot in the Iambic style, but will try to do more in the Anaoestic. I loved that one. :) Sandra xsx

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014

Thank you Sandra. Yes, i need to write that more too.

Comment from Capricorn30

Excellent

Music parallels poetry in achieving perfect rhythm, the correct flow of words;
Thank you for the imperative information, always many options for the poet, novice or experienced.
I can hear the "da-Dums" playing in my head.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014

Thank you Margaret. Then ket the rhythmn flow.

Comment from A TARNISHED KNIGHT

Excellent

Well if this isn't just a dandy way to explain a couple of writing techniques. Nice to know that not only do I get entertained by an outstanding writer but I am learning something new at the same time. Thank you Mr T
TK

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2014

Thank you TK. See and old dog can learn! Lol.

Comment from vapros

Excellent

This is a clever and demonstrative explanation of two of the rhythmic choices available to poets. I'm quite certain that a lot of pretty good poetry is produced without any such recognition by the writer. However, here it is, for all who are interested. Good work.

v

 Comment Written 06-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Nov-2014

Thank you Vapros

Comment from Allison78

Excellent

I thought this was great, I love the sound of both, it's just so pleasant to read! Great great job on this and also for helping us learn!

 Comment Written 06-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 06-Nov-2014

Thank you Alison.