A chanson is a song, usually about love or wine – or a combination of both.
That’s your prompt BUT:
your entry must be in the traditional cinquain form.
If you have never written a cinquain or want to learn more about this short poetry form or want to do well in this competition, please read my column (especially paragraphs 1 & 3) about the how and the types & variations.
http://allpoetry.com/column/show/1933270
and my list of cinquains:
http://allpoetry.com/list/27549-Collage-of-Cinquains
My own “chanson”:
http://allpoetry.com/poem/show/1529936
Rules:
~ Only cinquains in the traditional style
~ Only single cinquians
~ Pay attention to the syllable count
~ Left align and plain backgrounds only
~ Pay attention to presentation, spacing and line breaks
~ No sudden scribbles – pass it through your senses before you post
Please welcome Moqui Takoda as my co-judge.
We would love to see some “new” cinquain poets here – especially free verse poets who have never tried their hand at cinquains – how’s that for a challenge! And of course, all of those whose cinquain talents I’ve admired many times.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on January 20, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 500, Silver: 250, Bronze: 150
- Final notes:
My co-judge and I SO enjoyed this contest, and even though there were only 18 entries, the judging was difficult! Our final choices were based on the following:
- metaphorical language and devices
- sparse use of adjectives and gerunds
- “completeness” of individual lines
- interpretation of the theme
- line unity combined with individuality
- line breaks/pauses
- climax in line 4
- “punch” in line 5
- syllable count
- poetic impact
- presentation
- fluidity
There were many lovely entries and I especially appreciate those that have tried their hands at writing cinquains for the first time! We’ve decided not to award honourable mentions as there were too many poems of equal quality, both poetically and technically. We do however want to mention the following poets’ entries: ardentMarch, Swan song & PageTurner.
Thank you, poets – you did yourself proud, and I do hope that you’ll enjoy writing many more cinquains. A big thank you to my co-judge: You’ve been great, Moqui and it was a pleasure to host this contest with you.
Congratulations to you all.
PS – Zappa’s cat inspired Moqui to buy his own cat now, lolol!!
Contest Winners
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Silver trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
Entries [16]
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by also called 23 lines, 9 comments, on Jan 9 4:58 AM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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linger...
moist flavour,by delightfulmess 4 lines, 14 comments, on Jan 9 8:07 PM 2008. In Other• Commented on by judge. -
by Pamela A Lamppa 19 lines, 19 comments, on Jan 9 8:46 PM 2008. In Wine• Commented on by judge.
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A flame of passion... pulsedby PageTurner 7 lines, 9 comments, on Jan 9 11:03 PM 2008. In Traditional Cinquain, Personal Thoughts, Spiritual, Friendship, Love, Dedication.• Commented on by judge.
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i might actually try this
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Yes!! Would love to wine and dine with you here
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It has been a very long time since I have seen a contest to cinquain form. I might even try to write one again. Very good idea to bring this short, but lovely form back into highlights
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I enjoy writing cinquains and it's been a while since I hosted in a contest about this form. Thanks... hope to see you here
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How did you know I had a craving to write a cinquain??
I'm in...but i have to muse on this one a while. What a wonderful prompt, as well. Yeppers....putting the thinking cap on...OUCH! 
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How did I know... because I know you, Mary girl. I was just telling someone the other day that I myself haven't written a cinquain in a while, so I thought a contest might be a good idea. Go put that poetic thinking cap of yours on.... I'm waiting for you..
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A GREAT idea, it is!! It's been a while for me, too. I'm looking forward to this one! Love ya!!
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this is a beautiful contest idea, Nic..
I have written one cinquain and I think it was for one of your contests before... I think it's time to try another one!
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Thanks, Tara... would love to see your 2nd one here
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I apologize for the initial center alignment.It has been corrected.
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No problem - thanks for reading the rules, Zappa
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this is beautiful..
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How about joining me here for a glass of wine, Mary...?
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uhm... i have to wash my hair
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uhm.... a poet like you can surely think of a more creative excuse
... come on, Mary...
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Ahh Cinquains...I love these forms of poetry...I also like the modern form cinquain...sedoka are my absolute favorites...hope I can create a piece for you...it's been a while since ive done forms..
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Hope to see you here, Mal!
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Ooohhh.
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I hope you write that "oooh", my friend
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love and cinquain ... and wine ! ... ya ya ... -
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I knew that would lure you in Gina....
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loooooove this, will enter!
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I knew you would love this, Namita...would love to see you here
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thank you both so much ! >>> Gina
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Congradulations Everyone!!
Was a superb Contest..Thnx so much everyone..for all the advice on a new style for me to really tune up on..this taught me alot -
Thank you for hosting a beautiful contest, Nic & Moqui Takoda. Congratulations to Gina, Albert & Namita, as well as the other worthy entrants. Be well, Poets & Scribes. Vlindertjie
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thanks Nic, and Moqui for the inspiration to try another cinquain and the mention, what a lovely contest..there were so many great entries..congrats to the winners..please have another contest like this soon!!..lol
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I think we need to have another cinquain contests as many other people have asked for one too... and then I hope you will be there too, Tara
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I want to do more too
Nicolette and Moqui Takoda well done with tasks
I want to get around yet and comment on some, and each says commented by judge... sincerely, such as I thank you for not disqualifying me but helping me see cinquains where they have to be strict --
I treasure your letting us review the judging with such thoroughness added to final notes as well. a lot to five lines to make it beautiful. Congratulations to those that got trophies and your attention.
was an experience to keep on record,
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Thanks for the inspiration. Congrats to all winners.
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Thank You Nicolette and Moqui Takoda for the honor of Silver...to have placed in this contest delights me...Congrates to Gina and Namita...and to all the other fine poets who are represented here...
Mal
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