Tanka(garden arenas)
An ekphrastic tanka28 total reviews
Comment from Pantygynt
I ran up against the following on the Net.
'Hank Ballard (1927-2003) was an R&B singer who was part of the group called the Midnighters. Ballard wrote and recorded "The Twist" after seeing some people twisting their hips while dancing. "The Twist" was first released on the B-side of Ballard's single "Teardrops on Your Letter" album in 1958.
However, Hank Ballard and the Midnighters had a reputation for being a risqué band: Many of their songs featured explicit lyrics. It was going to take another singer, therefore, to take "The Twist" to number one on the charts.
Chubby Checker's Twist
It was Dick Clark, famous for his show "American Bandstand," who thought a new singer could make the song and the dance even more popular. Thus, Clark contacted local Philadelphia recording label Cameo/Parkway in the hopes that they would record a new version of the song.
Cameo/Parkway found Chubby Checker. The youthful Chubby Checker created his own version of "The Twist," which was released in the summer of 1960. On August 6, 1960, Chubby Checker sang and danced his version of "The Twist" on Dick Clark's Saturday night program, "The Dick Clark Show." The song quickly hit number one on the charts and the dance swept around the world.'
I thought it interesting that Ballard should have a reputation for risqué lyrics. What could be more risqué than exposing the insides of your lovely wings -- disgusting I call it!
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I ran up against the following on the Net.
'Hank Ballard (1927-2003) was an R&B singer who was part of the group called the Midnighters. Ballard wrote and recorded "The Twist" after seeing some people twisting their hips while dancing. "The Twist" was first released on the B-side of Ballard's single "Teardrops on Your Letter" album in 1958.
However, Hank Ballard and the Midnighters had a reputation for being a risqué band: Many of their songs featured explicit lyrics. It was going to take another singer, therefore, to take "The Twist" to number one on the charts.
Chubby Checker's Twist
It was Dick Clark, famous for his show "American Bandstand," who thought a new singer could make the song and the dance even more popular. Thus, Clark contacted local Philadelphia recording label Cameo/Parkway in the hopes that they would record a new version of the song.
Cameo/Parkway found Chubby Checker. The youthful Chubby Checker created his own version of "The Twist," which was released in the summer of 1960. On August 6, 1960, Chubby Checker sang and danced his version of "The Twist" on Dick Clark's Saturday night program, "The Dick Clark Show." The song quickly hit number one on the charts and the dance swept around the world.'
I thought it interesting that Ballard should have a reputation for risqué lyrics. What could be more risqué than exposing the insides of your lovely wings -- disgusting I call it!
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from dragonpoet
I like this metaphor of arena for the garden as a place where the mating dance fights occur for the praying mantis. I like the humor of the twist being developed by insects.
Keep writing
Joan
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I like this metaphor of arena for the garden as a place where the mating dance fights occur for the praying mantis. I like the humor of the twist being developed by insects.
Keep writing
Joan
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from Sally Law
And to think I won a twist contest. I'm sure I didn't look as lovely as your hand-painted mantis. A sunny offering in tanka form, Miss Pam, and a pleasure to read.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
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And to think I won a twist contest. I'm sure I didn't look as lovely as your hand-painted mantis. A sunny offering in tanka form, Miss Pam, and a pleasure to read.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from June Sargent
And I thought the peacock was full of himself doing his mating ritual dance! Never knew these little guys were just as flashy! Very clever and creative piece. Nice artwork as well.
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And I thought the peacock was full of himself doing his mating ritual dance! Never knew these little guys were just as flashy! Very clever and creative piece. Nice artwork as well.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written Tanka about the insects and small animals that are living their lives in ways we still need to discover. A very beautiful piece of artwork to complement your poem.
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A very well-written Tanka about the insects and small animals that are living their lives in ways we still need to discover. A very beautiful piece of artwork to complement your poem.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
Is this your artwork? It is amazing. A lovely tanka as well, nice imagery and strong pivot line. An enjoyable piece to read and review, my friend~Debbie
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Is this your artwork? It is amazing. A lovely tanka as well, nice imagery and strong pivot line. An enjoyable piece to read and review, my friend~Debbie
Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from oliver818
This is a Very nice poem, I enjoyed it. It flows well and has a nice feel to it. I like the last line in particular. Thanks for sharing this and have a really great day
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This is a Very nice poem, I enjoyed it. It flows well and has a nice feel to it. I like the last line in particular. Thanks for sharing this and have a really great day
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Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
Comment from sunnilicious
That was nice storytelling in a poem. Well thought out. Clearly and creatively written. Good alliteration with mantis-millions. Great personification of nature in human form. Great work. Good luck in the contest :)
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That was nice storytelling in a poem. Well thought out. Clearly and creatively written. Good alliteration with mantis-millions. Great personification of nature in human form. Great work. Good luck in the contest :)
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Comment Written 15-Nov-2019
