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.

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.

I want a simpler life, without the hassle of being online. The work of maintaining a server, the monitoring, and the residual obligations that come with keeping a site alive no longer fit the life I want.

From 4 November 2026 I will not be adding new poems or musical poems to the site.

Until midnight on 20 January 2028, Spanish time, everything remains available exactly as it is. That is when my VPS server contract comes to an end, and it will not be renewed. 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


On 12 March in poetry and history

Poets born or who died on this date, plus historical events that happened on this day across history.

610 poets with calendar dates · 6,535 events with calendar dates in the catalogue

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3 birthdays · 4 world events on 12 March

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World events on this day

  • 12 March 1610

    Galileo's Sidereus Nuncius

    In 1610, Galileo Galilei published 'Sidereus Nuncius,' detailing his groundbreaking observations of celestial bodies through a telescope. His discoveries included the moons of Jupiter, lunar craters, and the phases of Venus, challenging the prevailing geocentric view of the universe. Galileo's work not only revolutionized astronomy but also sparked significant philosophical debates about the nature of knowledge and the role of observation in science.

    Event 1610

  • 12 March 1209

    Founding of the University of Cambridge

    The University of Cambridge was founded in 1209 when a group of scholars left Oxford following a dispute with local townspeople. This new institution quickly gained a reputation for academic excellence and became a center for learning in medieval Europe. The founding of Cambridge not only contributed to the advancement of education but also fostered a culture of intellectual inquiry that continues to thrive today.

    Event 1209

  • 12 March 1652

    Bernini Sculpts Ecstasy of Saint Teresa

    In 1652, Gian Lorenzo Bernini sculpted the 'Ecstasy of Saint Teresa,' a dynamic marble piece that blends architecture, sculpture, and theatrical elements. This work exemplifies the Baroque style's emotional intensity and dramatic flair, capturing a moment of spiritual transcendence. Bernini's masterpiece not only reflects the religious fervor of the time but also solidified his reputation as one of the greatest sculptors in history.

    Event 1652

  • 12 March 1932

    The Kreuger Match King Swindle Collapses

    In 1932, Ivar Kreuger, known as the 'Match King,' committed suicide in Paris after his massive international investment empire was exposed as a Ponzi scheme based on forged bonds. The collapse of Kreuger's empire had far-reaching consequences, leading to financial ruin for many investors and shaking confidence in the global financial system. This scandal underscored the need for greater transparency and regulation in financial markets, influencing future financial practices and oversight.

    Event 1932
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