Poems can certainly stand on their own, as emotive expressions and works of art, but they can also work in concert with other creative forms. When a poem is paired with music, for example, the resulting piece may be appreciated and understood more than either part on its own; because the juxtaposition makes for comprehension on several levels. People with an ear for song might tune into the tonality of the words, and those with an affinity toward the written word just may hear something new. When you add visual art to that equation, the interpretations of the works will be even broader and the number of people touched even greater still. Witness this kind of melting pot of... More >>>