2/15/26 “The World Up Close” by mark messing

Written By Rise Up Music Project

Mark is a Chicago musician and performer. He composes music for fringe theater and local community events. He also wears a lot of polyester.

He’ll be sharing a song on the 15th of every month this year. Today’s song is called “The World Up Close.” The World Up Close is a poem by Chicago poet Cin Salach and is the basis for this months song.

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