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. The poems were already here before I arrived and began to experiment with them. They will still be here when these musical experiments, and indeed myself, have been swept away, like the sand of a mandala. Nothing has been lost.

I want a simpler end to my life, days of simple love and enjoyment with my wonderful wife of 20 years. The work of maintaining a server, the monitoring, and the residual obligations that come with keeping a site alive no longer fit that life.

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.

The Mandala Is Finished explains this more fully.

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

The pleasure was in the making.

Richard


On 15 September 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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1 birthday · 2 death anniversaries · 8 world events on 15 September

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World events on this day

  • 15 September 1830

    Liverpool and Manchester Railway Opens — First Inter-City Rail

    The Liverpool and Manchester Railway, which opened on September 15, 1830, marked a revolutionary moment in transportation history as the first railway to operate exclusively on steam power and provide scheduled inter-city passenger service. Trains on this line could reach speeds of up to 48 km/h, drastically reducing travel time between the two cities. This innovation not only transformed the economy and industry of Britain but also set the stage for the global expansion of rail networks.

    Event 1830

  • 15 September 1943

    Publication of 'The Collected Poems of Eunice Tietjens'

    Eunice Tietjens's 'The Collected Poems of Eunice Tietjens' was published on September 15, 1943. This collection brought together her most significant works, showcasing her evolution as a poet and her contributions to American literature. The publication was a culmination of her life's work and highlighted her unique voice within the modernist movement.

    Event 1943

  • 15 September 1998

    Publication of 'Dust If You Must'

    On September 15, 1998, Rose Milligan's poem 'Dust If You Must' was published in the UK, marking a significant moment in her literary career. The poem quickly gained popularity, resonating with readers for its poignant message about life's priorities. This publication not only introduced Milligan to a wider audience but also established her as a notable voice in contemporary poetry, despite her relative anonymity.

    Event 1998

  • 15 September 2008

    Melamine in Baby Formula (China)

    In 2008, a massive food safety scandal unfolded in China when it was revealed that melamine, a toxic chemical, had been added to infant formula and other milk products to artificially increase protein content. The adulteration led to the deaths of at least six infants and sickened hundreds of thousands more, causing widespread public outrage and international condemnation. The scandal prompted a major overhaul of China's food safety regulations.

    Event 2008

  • 15 September 1548

    Interim of Augsburg

    The Interim of Augsburg, enacted in 1548 by Charles V, aimed to impose a temporary religious settlement between Catholics and Protestants in the Holy Roman Empire. This decree sought to stabilize the region amid the religious conflicts of the Reformation, allowing for a degree of coexistence. However, it ultimately failed to resolve tensions, highlighting the complexities of religious reform and the ongoing struggles for power and belief in Europe.

    Event 1548

  • 15 September 1916

    First Use of Tanks in Combat

    On September 15, 1916, the British Army deployed tanks for the first time in combat during the Battle of Flers-Courcelette in the Somme. The introduction of tanks marked a significant evolution in warfare, providing a new means to break through enemy lines and navigate difficult terrain. This innovation changed military tactics and foreshadowed the future of armored warfare in the 20th century.

    Event 1916

  • 15 September 2011

    Gleision Colliery Flood

    In 2011, a tragic flood at the Gleision Colliery in Wales resulted in the deaths of four miners, drawing attention to the ongoing risks associated with coal mining. The incident highlighted the importance of safety protocols and emergency preparedness in the mining industry. This disaster served as a reminder of the dangers faced by miners and the need for continuous improvements in mining safety standards.

    Event 2011

  • 15 September 1590

    The Great Earthquake of 1590 in Neulengbach

    On September 15, 1590 CE, an earthquake struck the town of Neulengbach in Austria, causing damage to the local area. This event is documented in historical records and is part of the seismic history of the Alpine region. The earthquake, while not among the most destructive, is notable for being recorded in the chronicles of the time.

    Event 1590
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