A quiet notice V2Melody closes at midnight on , Spanish time.

Closes

A note from Richard

V2Melody will close at midnight on 20 January 2028

This site has been a retirement project in musical poetry: poems chosen with care and set to music, offered freely for as long as it felt right to keep the garden open.

After the death of my mother, the work no longer holds the place it once did in my life. I have gone as far with it as I wish to go. Like a sand mandala, it was made to be completed and then released. I am not attached to its permanence, and I do not believe any of it needs to last beyond the time it was given.

My wife and I are simplifying our days. The server, the monitoring, and the residual obligations that come with keeping a site alive no longer fit the quieter life we want.

Until midnight on 20 January 2028, Spanish time, everything remains available exactly as it is. After that, the server will be switched off and the site will disappear.

Thank you to anyone who found a poem, a track, or a quiet moment here.

The pleasure was in the making.

Richard


1690

Culture

Success of The Campaigners

Poet involved

What happened

In 1690, Thomas d'Urfey's play 'The Campaigners' premiered in London, achieving notable success. This comedic work satirized military life and the politics of the time, resonating with audiences and showcasing d'Urfey's sharp wit.

Literary impact

The success of 'The Campaigners' solidified d'Urfey's reputation as a leading playwright of his time. The play's blend of humor and social commentary reflected the Restoration's cultural landscape, influencing future comedic works.

Source: Wikipedia

Poets alive in 1690

26 poets

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