musicbringsusalltogether

Lorin Glazer (8)

the music
dances around
in my head

Phil Koberlein (6)

Sometimes when I am in class I will get bored with the lecture that is presented that soon my favorite songs start to play in my head. Many students think that this is not what happens to then but it is because I hear their hums in the class as they stare of into space. What is funny about this haiku is that it gives me an image of someone that is dancing to their own tune or music and just swaying in their own world. Alya

Music is always playing in my head. I obsess over a tune sometimes for days. that’s why this haiku catch my attention. I like that the author says that the music is dancing. To me this implies not a burdensome task but an enjoyable activity. Maybe this person has just heard some good news or is in a good mood. I would like that. Philip D

he plays for tips
as the busy commuters
board the train

Phil Jones (4)

This haiku reminds me of the time I went to University of Chicago in Illinois and the streets that I walked on as I tried to get to my classes. The best part of the city is that many people play for money or even to just show the people the music that they liked to play. I enjoyed the music because it makes the city come alive and not become so dull because all you see are either students complaining about their lack of a life or workers that complain about their job. Alya

I like this haiku because I think it discusses society. Some people choose different careers and it makes them happy. When I went to the Dominican Republic this summer I learned a lot about their economy, it is not very good. Jobs are very scarce, basically people do whatever they can to make money. People sell everything and anything they can get their hands on. When we were at dinner one night there was an entire band playing for us. Our professor told us that we cannot give them anything, and it was very awkward to have a band playing in front of you and trying to ignore them. They were playing for tips and I felt really bad because I really wanted to give them money but I knew I couldn’t. Joan

This haiku makes me think of New York City. It seems like there are musicians on every street corner and subway. I remember being amazed at how many of these musicians were very talented and I wondered if this was their only job. This haiku gives the impression that the commuters weren’t paying any attention to the musician, but in New York City many people stopped and enjoyed the music. Cindie

summer night
lost in our song
for only a minute

Whitney Minor

I really love this haiku because I feel that it projects very happy feelings. The summer is the perfect time to start a new relationship with someone. I see a couple driving in a car with the radio blaring, they have absolutely no destination, they just love going on rides wasting gas. Their song comes on and they look at each other, without saying any words they know that it is their song. I just really love the summer and all the activities it brings that you can share with a significant other, even something as simple as listening to your song on the radio. Joan

the world of injustice
anger at life
Linkin Park
migraine

the blaring music
the only release
of her anger

Mirror mirror on the wall..
James Blunt
You're beautiful

winter night
we cuddle under the quilt
as mom sings us to sleep

Rhythm
Of my dancing
Heart

love songs
Pop songs
I cringed…
need real music

silent snowfall
empty streets
a siren--music to my ears

wedding dance
“i need you
so much closer”

favorite song
lyrics memorized
title unknown

Jenna Pelej (10)

This definitely describes me. I know a million songs, but I doubt I know any of their names. I don’t really do names of artists, titles, soundtracks. It’s pretty sad. If someone asked me what I listen to, it would take me a while to come up with an answer. Even when I do know names, I couldn’t tell you who sings what. Rachel

With radio stations nowadays, they never tell you the title or artist of the song. They're too busy playing too many commercials between songs to update you on the information. So, it happens all the time that a person will fall in love with a song and be completely clueless as to the artist or title. It sucks. Brittney

How many time have we been driving along in our cars and are siging a song, not knowing the words or the title. In my mind I am a great singer, I don't know have the words to the songs, but was taught in music class to say potato if I forgot my lines. So if you see me driving I am saying potato potato potato, thinking I am the next American Idol. Lindsey

The sound is intoxicating
my body moves
the beat envelops my soul

early morning tunes
in my underwear
dancing with my roomie

Joan Tirado

I think this one is the story of how me and my roomies are! We always dance around to music especially to pump us up! I think this really catches the nice relationship and happiness about the music and also between the two room mates. Amy

dancing naked
to Aretha Franklin
alone at last

Keith Chandler (9)

I think this is something that everyone does at some point, maybe not to Aretha Franklin. But I do. To have that opportunity to just be free, free of thought, free of expression just dancing and letting yourself go. Aretha Franklin also gives me this sense of empowerment. I feel so relieved after listening to her. She energizes me and gives me motivation. I like the feeling with such little description. Sarah

we dance
for the first time
as husband and wife

Lindsey Jones

I imagine a couple. They dance their first dance to Ella Fitzgerald's "At Last". It is the moment that everyone has been waiting for, more intimate than the exchanging of the vows. He holds her close as she begins to cry and for a moment they feel as if they are the only two people in the room. Lost in the melody and love they know everyone will be ok. Liz

I just really like this haiku because it gives me the chills. I just think of that special moment when a couple gets married and the first song they dance to. Its like they are dancing into their new lives together, and it just makes me excited. I think it is a special feeling that everyone should get to experience in their life time and sometimes it doesn’t end up that way, but most hope they will have this moment. Whitney

first kiss
one hot July night
Kenny Chesney on the radio

Liz Hare (4)

It's applicable to my situation
the lyrics hold true
my life is connected

three hours to home
a new soundtrack to my drive
the driver next to me laughs
my own sing along

Jenna Pelej (2)

I always make a new sound track to my drive. Its almost as if I have said this before! I always need music. A life without music to me is not living at all! I actually have a music mixed cd series that is titled the drive home. This is funny because I know so many other people does this same thing, and everyone has sang along to a song in the car and maybe even danced. This poem is nice because everyone can relate! Amy

I see the season being the school year for me in this haiku. This reminds me of every time I drive home to Chicago from school. Sometime I make a new cd to listen to just for the drive of all the new songs I like and want to sing to in the car. I have been laughed at but the others drivers on the road when they see me get really into the music.. Lorin

Through the air
The music moves
Like the aroma
Of the salted sea

Phil Jones (4)

This reminds me of walking on the beach or even in the streets in the Dominican Republic. Music is a huge part of the culture there and everywhere you went people were enjoying music. No matter where you went you could always hear music in the distance. It was amazing the difference it could make in your mood. Everyone always seemed to be happy and dancing. Music is something that is truly universal. Liz

alone in my car
singing as loud
as possible

Rachel Morrison

I love this Haiku, everybody sings in there car, especially when no one is around. it’s a release. I love when you catch someone who believes that no one can see himself/herself. This is just a familiar situation that everybody can identify with, it is a simple idea, that is why it is such a good haiku. Philip D

jazz club—
bongo drums go silent
for another haiku

worst day ever
turn up the music
and yell the lyrics

Sarah VanderZee

Whenever I have a bad day, I go for a drive and listen to music. I don’t always yell it, but it is my way of forgetting the moment and just letting myself go. I suggest it to anyone who has a stressful life: to make a mix CD full of songs that you love and use that whenever you go for a drive. It’s therapy behind the wheel of a car and it is much cheaper. Keith

the story of
my life
in mp3 format

Amy Hofstetter (11)

If anyone would take a look into another’s iPod, they would see what they are like. Each song on an iPod represents a different era for the owner’s life. Each song has a different meaning to every person. There are so many different places you can remember hearing a song and it makes you think of different events in your life. Shannon

as I hum
the baby
smiles back

Phil Koberlein (6)

I think this one is adorable. It’s music that people don’t think of right away. So natural and innocent, and yet, the first thing to most people’s minds is pop music. I like the idea of this being the baby’s first introduction to music, a mother lovingly humming a soft tune. From something so simple, a passion for music can grow into something amazing. Rachel

This haiku takes me back to when my kids were babies. We spent lots of time rocking and singing. When they were really little, it was such a big deal to get them to smile and it was such a heartwarming moment. A baby’s smile is very special and this haiku reminds me of special times with my kids. Cindie

shower-time diva
the singer
has nothing on me

Liz Hare (11)

I don't personally listen to the radio while in the shower, but I can still picture the situation. The girl is singing her heart out to one of her favorite songs and believes that her voice is ten times better than the original singer, whether it's true or not. The situation just makes me laugh. Brittney

I love this because it is so true! Many people that sing in the shower think that they are the best singer for that song. American Idol is a perfect example of people who need to sing in the shower and never get out. Those that sing in the shower tend to get cocky and think that no one can out sing them; they are free to belt everything out since they are by themselves. Shannon

Sunday morning
praise & worship
God is good

Cindie Zelhart

I like this. I know what it feels like after a long week of work and stress. Then you get to go to church and sing to God. It feels good too. The music might be praising, but you can add your own personal thoughts when you are singing to God. I feel relieved because I can express my feelings and sing as loud as I want. Its refreshing and it gets me ready for a new week of things to do. Sarah

listening to violins
after a long day
no words needed

Rachel Morrison

After a hard day at school, I listen to violin or piano music to help me relax. It seems to always get me through the homework faster. Usually because I fall asleep, but things are moving fast. Lindsey

The melody
Is familiar
The instant it plays

lip syncing and music blaring
windows rolled down
I did not know they were looking

Shannon Hackl (7)

lighted stage
my favorite band
takes me away from here

Saturday morning
working out
with my iPod

Cindie Zelhart (5)

he plays the drums
on his dashboard
lost in the music

Brittney Gillespie (6)

I like this haiku because I am totally one of those people who sing really loud in the car and gets really in to it by drumming the beat and using odd hand gestures to express how the music makes me feel. But you also know that I am one of those people who will stop whatever I am doing as soon as I come to a stoplight because I do not want anyone to see me. I’m just a dive like that. Keith

I liked this haiku because it reminds me of my dad. He always taps his hands to the music, either on his leg or the steering wheel, while he is driving. When I was younger, I would laugh at him and I thought it was such a goofy thing to do. I couldn’t believe my dad was “rocking away” to the music on the radio. Unfortunately, I have to admit that I now catch myself doing the same thing. I didn’t even realize it until I was driving home one day by myself. I think I was also trying to keep myself awake, but when I saw my hand tapping away at my leg all I could think about was my dad. Jenna

This haiku reminds me of what I do every time I drive to my house 4 hours away from Decatur. I blare my music, one to keep me awake on my long drive, but I pretty much think I’m a rock star and that I know all of the words. Its one of my favorite times because I can sing as loud as I want, it’s a good way to get out all of the emotions you’ve been having, especially when you feel like the songs match your mood exactly. It is such a good stress reliever. I love singing at the top of my lungs and banging on my steering wheel! Whitney

music gives the emotions
I couldn’t speak
tears      violins

New Orleans funeral
the trumpet kicks up
the pace

family reunion
we greet each other
with an awkward dance

windows open
classical music drifts
into her neighbor's house

Brittney Gillespie

This haiku made me think of my childhood. My neighbor who lives two houses down always blasts classical music during the summer. He literally plays it so loud that I can be sitting in my room in my house, windows closed, and still hear the music. He never asks anyone if they enjoy the music, he just plays it for his own contentment. It’s kind of a running joke in my family that we know we are going to wake up and go to bed listening to Mr. Grant’s classical music during June through September. Sometimes it is soothing and nice to hear, but other times I get the urge to put on some Justin Timberlake and blast it from my backyard. Jenna

I listen to rap
I’m not ghetto
I like country too…

late summer nights
loud music
I love going on rides with you

Joan Tirado (2)

The season is so important in this haiku. When it gets nice out people open their window and blare music out of their homes and cars. This reminds me of freshman year. My best friend who was a guy I had a crush at the time and I would go for late night drives to feel like we were getting away. It was a way to escape. Lorin

my heart beats
with the drums
my soul… my music