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Hello Talented Poets! Welcome to Rhythms of Rispetto. Sounds cool doesn't it?
BLUE REW and I are back again with a new contest to rock you into the new year.
It should be a great time for all.
In this contest we would like you to write a Rispetto (specs are below). Within this tight little form, we would like you to personify an element of nature with the rhythm of a dance.
Some dance examples are:
A Waltz - A popular ballroom dance characterized by a step, slide, and step in 3/4 time.
A Polka - A fast, lively Central European dance.
A Cha-Cha - A rhythmical Latin dance which originated in the 1940's as a modified form of Mambo.
Or, for those of you who like it a little more risqué we have:
A Minuet - A slow and stately Baroque dance in 3/4 time.
A Cotillion - An elaborate ballroom dance with frequent changes of partner.
A Fandango - A lively Spanish dance performed by a couple.
A Beguine - A vigorous Caribbean ballroom dance that originated in the French West Indies; similar to the rumba.
Mind you these are only suggestions, you may pick any dance that tickles your toenails.
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Rispetto
A Rispetto, an Italian form of poetry,
is a complete poem of two rhyme quatrains
with strict meter.
The meter is usually iambic tetrameter
with a rhyme scheme of abab ccdd.
A Heroic Rispetto is
written in Iambic pentameter,
usually featuring the same rhyme scheme.
http://www.shadowpoetry.com/resources/wip/rispetto.html
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And we think you can all figure out an element of nature.
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A personification is a figure of speech that gives an inanimate object or abstract idea human traits and qualities, such as emotions, desires, sensations, physical gestures and speech.
OK So, Rispetto, using personification of an element of nature with the rhythm of a dance. Sounds about right.
If you would be so kind as to put the dance you choose and a definition of the dance in your author's notes so we can get the rhythm with you, that would be GREAT! And you should also include the element of nature you selected.
THE RULES:
1. Please, no sticky caps
2. Grammar, spelling and punctuation WILL MATTER
3. Please left align
4. No cutting, suicide, self mutilation, etc. etc.
5. Do put the dance of your choice, definition, and nature prompt in your author's notes so we can dance too
6. Please no EROTICA, tastefully sensual is OK
7. Enjoy the dance and breathe life into it!
OK - dance your socks off!
We are really looking for a good time! So don't be surprised if you see either of us enter this contest ourselves. Don't worry, we can't win or place, but we can be inspired by our own contest. Let's all put on our dancing shoes!
Hello Talented Poets! Welcome to Rhythms of Rispetto. Sounds cool doesn't it?
BLUE REW and I are back again with a new contest to rock you into the new year.
It should be a great time for all.In this contest we would like you to write a Rispetto (specs are below). Within this tight little form, we would like you to personify an element of nature with the rhythm of a dance.
Some dance examples are:
A Waltz - A popular ballroom dance characterized by a step, slide, and step in 3/4 time.
A Polka - A fast, lively Central European dance.
A Cha-Cha - A rhythmical Latin dance which originated in the 1940's as a modified form of Mambo.
Or, for those of you who like it a little more risqué we have:
A Minuet - A slow and stately Baroque dance in 3/4 time.
A Cotillion - An elaborate ballroom dance with frequent changes of partner.
A Fandango - A lively Spanish dance performed by a couple.
A Beguine - A vigorous Caribbean ballroom dance that originated in the French West Indies; similar to the rumba.
Mind you these are only suggestions, you may pick any dance that tickles your toenails.
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Rispetto
A Rispetto, an Italian form of poetry,
is a complete poem of two rhyme quatrains
with strict meter.
The meter is usually iambic tetrameter
with a rhyme scheme of abab ccdd.
A Heroic Rispetto is
written in Iambic pentameter,
usually featuring the same rhyme scheme.
http://www.shadowpoetry.com/resources/wip/rispetto.html
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And we think you can all figure out an element of nature.
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A personification is a figure of speech that gives an inanimate object or abstract idea human traits and qualities, such as emotions, desires, sensations, physical gestures and speech.
OK So, Rispetto, using personification of an element of nature with the rhythm of a dance. Sounds about right.
If you would be so kind as to put the dance you choose and a definition of the dance in your author's notes so we can get the rhythm with you, that would be GREAT! And you should also include the element of nature you selected.
THE RULES:
1. Please, no sticky caps
2. Grammar, spelling and punctuation WILL MATTER
3. Please left align
4. No cutting, suicide, self mutilation, etc. etc.
5. Do put the dance of your choice, definition, and nature prompt in your author's notes so we can dance too
6. Please no EROTICA, tastefully sensual is OK
7. Enjoy the dance and breathe life into it!
OK - dance your socks off!
We are really looking for a good time! So don't be surprised if you see either of us enter this contest ourselves. Don't worry, we can't win or place, but we can be inspired by our own contest. Let's all put on our dancing shoes!
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on January 12, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 1000, Silver: 500, Bronze: 250
- Final notes: Hello Dancers!
The time has come to put down your dance cards and line up for the judging.
We will be awarding three trophies.
First of all a word from Blue:
"I'm so appreciative of every poet who took the time
to put their efforts forth under these specific guidelines
of form, personification, and dance!
Each was a pleasure to read as the rhythms came through.
Special kudos to those who tried this form for the first time.
I hope many found it as inspiring and beautiful as I did not so long ago
when Pam first introduced me to Rispetto.
It was a hard theme to judge due to the creativity of each verse entered.
We had so much fun! Thank-you to all, especially our three winners
for the dance.
Blessings, Blue"
I can attest to Blue's words. This was by far an amazing contest with so many
trying their hand for the first time and really moving to the rhythms and sound with
such wonderfully creative pieces.
You should ALL be very proud of your entries. We sure are and want to thank you for making
this contest so much fun. Great job everyone. It has been a wonderful dance!
Ok - The time has come to give out the prizes.
GOLD The Woodcock's Fandango
SILVER Winter Water Waltz
BRONZE Samba [rispetto]
Great job everyone and congratulations to our winners!
Until next time...
Blue and Pamela
- To judge this contest, you need to have at least as many finalists as you have rewards. You have 3 awards but only 2 finalists.
Contest Winners
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Flaked snow queen, filtering, down words
through the clouds, frosty shrouds drift &nby paulcreates 10 lines, 11 comments, on Dec 28 9:12 PM 2007. In Contest, Nature
Silver trophy winner
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Samba rhythms meet the heat, throbbing drums
keep the beat, bodies swivel, sway, rise and dip;• Commented on by judge. [remove]
Bronze trophy winner
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sweet dedication - these are sugar roses• Commented on by judge.
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i was looking for a new form to try, so this will be it...TY...PK
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PK
GREAT! We are looking forward to your entry. Put your dancing shoes on!
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Nice BgI like
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Ken
Thank you. That means a lot coming from the background king. LOL. So, gonna put your dancing shoes on and give this a whirl?
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I have been practicing, But, I don't know this is a bit out of my league.
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No its not... We'll wear steel toed shoes so if you step on our toes, we won't even notice.
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Thoughts
I may be a bit rusty but I am indeed very familar with the form. Consider this bookmarked and en entry to come -
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B Chandler
Oh we would be so thrilled to have you enter. Strap on those dancing shoes and join us. YAY!! ~Pamela
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Pam and Blue, I want to say thank you to both you ladies for inspiring me to attempt another new form in your contest. The dancing was grand and my foot is still tapping to the beat as I come in to give my heartiest congratulations to the winners and all who participated in the dance. It was wonderful and everyone should take a bow. Love and God bless all of you, Joyce
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Joyce
I am so pleased you could join us for the dance. Wonderful wonderful entry. ~Pamela
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Thank you Blue Rew and Pamela..
..for hosting this contest and awarding me the silver. It was a learning experience that deffinately alowed me to stretch toward a new for I'd not tried before.
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Paul
Thank you for such a splendid entry. Truly, your expression and creativity simply delighted! Thank you. ~Pamela
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