Darren Stella
Darren is a young man who enjoys biking, swimming and horseback riding. He thinks of himself as a writer and loves comedy. He is in the process of finishing his first book a poetry anthology to be self-published. He is also a continuing learner and has started his first college class at the University of Cincinnati taking Psychology. Though Darren is somewhat verbal he uses RPM to express his thoughts and feelings. Darren would like to thank all those that have helped him along the way and looks forward to full and happy life. This will include continuing to write and contribute to society in any way as much as possible. With best wishes to all.
Silence Defined Me
In today’s society everyone is defined by words. Some words can be powerful and others mundane. Mine was silence. This word can hold both meanings. Silence is getting everyone to listen. Silence can also mean peace. For me it meant no words, no knowledge or opinion. My whole childhood I felt trapped in my head. Vivid memories of someone telling me what to do. Tons to say, tons to answer. I laugh inside when people think I am stupid. Now I can communicate. Now I am on top of the world.
Lake Erie
I wonder why it is so peaceful to stare.
I wonder why the rocks are so grained in the land.
I wonder why the lighthouse seems so abandoned.
I wonder why the sky looks so magical over the water.
I wonder why the tourists don’t look at it the way I do.
Sunday Morning
It was a sunny morning,
I was funny and singing.
Clouds were small and white,
Sun was round and bright.
A cat was on a porch,
looking at my watch.
She was fat and yellow,
I was too slow.
There was no one there,
I did not have to care.
I like Sunday morning,
when I can spend time singing.
Watch the pieces created with Darren’s poetry here! You can find more on our YouTube playlist from the 2019-20 World Premiere Concert.
“Silence Defined Me” - words by Darren Stella - Music by Benjamin Krause - performed by Nicholas Ward and Christina Giuca
“Lake Erie” - words by Darren Stella - Music by Benjamin Krause - performed by Nicholas Ward and Christina Giuca
“Sunday Morning” - words by Darren Stella - Music by Meg Huskin - performed by Olivia Doig and Christina Giuca