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A poem, accompanied with original background piano music:


Nutting Song by Paul Laurence Dunbar

    The November sun invites me,
    And although the chill wind smites me,
    I will wander to the woodland
    Where the laden trees await;
    And with loud and joyful singing
    I will set the forest ringing,
    As if I were king of Autumn,
    And Dame Nature were my mate,--

    While the squirrel in his gambols
    Fearless round about me ambles,
    As if he were bent on showing
    In my kingdom he'd a share;
    While my warm blood leaps and dashes,
    And my eye with freedom flashes,
    As my soul drinks deep and deeper
    Of the magic in the air.

    There's a pleasure found in nutting,
    All life's cares and griefs outshutting,
    That is fuller far and better
    Than what prouder sports impart.
    Who could help a carol trilling
    As he sees the baskets filling?
    Why, the flow of song keeps running
    O'er the high walls of the heart.

    So when I am home returning,
    When the sun is lowly burning,
    I will once more wake the echoes
    With a happy song of praise,--
    For the golden sunlight blessing,
    And the breezes' soft caressing,
    And the precious boon of living
    In the sweet November days.




Analysis

Paul Laurence Dunbar's "Nutting Song" is a joyful celebration of nature and harvest. The poem captures the rhythmic, communal activity of gathering nuts in the woods, reflecting a sense of unity and connection to the earth. Dunbar's use of lively imagery and musical language evokes the pleasure and satisfaction of the task, while also highlighting the simplicity and beauty of rural life. The poem embodies a nostalgic appreciation for the bounties of nature.




Concerning the background music:
 
Neo-Contemporary Ethereal Fusion music is an attempt at an extraordinary and intricate musical journey that incorporates an array of innovative elements and artistic influences. Drawing inspiration from Neo-Classical, Avant-Garde, and Contemporary music, it standw as a tribute to the limitless possibilities to poetic exploration. 

This track showcases relentless commitment to pushing the boundaries of musical expression beyond the musical rules. 

Its Experimental nature invites listeners to embrace the unknown, as it delves into uncharted sonic territories. The result is an intricate tapestry of sound that challenges traditional norms and expectations.

Nutting Song By Paul Laurence Dunbar

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