Little Inklings 2025

ODE TO PIANO By Axel Sirinyan ’29 O black Yamaha, dark and sleek In your presence, solace I seek Eight years we’ve shared, our souls intertwined You are my muse, my spirit, my guide O black Yamaha, your sound so pure A perfect pitch, you are my cure My fingers find your keys divine Where heart, music, and soul combine I lay my toes on petals below A crafted marvel, your brilliance glows My fingers glide across your keys F sharp, B flat, D sharp, and E O black Yamaha, lustrous and grand Your touch obeys my heart’s command A timeless song, both pure and true Each chord a gift, bestowed by you The melodies that you provide Make me feel so warm inside Your keys, a gift from love’s embrace With you, my heart can find its grace Steinway, Kawai, renowned though they be, Your prowess outshines them, eternally Boundless our journey, timeless our song Together forever is where we belong 62