Unsung Symphony
Jacob Ong​
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I wish we could grow trees — ​
wherever we wanted ​
The way we impart stories ​
that cultivate the minds ​
of those who listen intently
Maybe we can share ​
a little bit of symphony? ​
To hear the quiet tales, ​
the never-ending possibilities — ​
a dream turned into reality
Defying one’s own fate ​
Is a tune you’ll rarely hear ​
A song left unsung by many — ​
a taboo in this society ​
a feat erased in history
Yet the way you touch ​
and play each key ​
tells us the whole story ​
This time, it is possible. ​
This time, you can.
"Unsung Symphony" is a piece that focuses on how people, especially artists, defy the norm in
creating otherworldly harmonies that capture the essence of their audience's soul. It tells us that
there is no single way to achieve greater heights, for we are special and unique. The title
captures my experience as a guitarist in our CCA Orchestra during my Senior High School year.