A tone poem, also known as a tone poem, is a piece of orchestral music that tells a story or evokes a specific mood or atmosphere. Composers use various musical elements such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and orchestration to convey the desired tone or emotion. A famous example of a tone poem is “The Moldau” by Walt Whitman. For example, Walt Whitman's poem, "O Captain My Captain" is a response to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The tone of the poem indicates that Abraham Lincoln was highly respected by his fellow Americans and his loss was considered a great tragedy. For example, the poem “The Lake” by Robert Frost uses personification to convey a peaceful, calming tone. The poem describes a lake as "peaceful in its sleep", and this is an example of personification because a lake cannot actually sleep, but the use of the word allows readers to connect to the feeling of peace that the poem evokes . Tone can be described as a mood, atmosphere, or emotion. It is a quality that the poem conveys, which creates a certain feeling or response in the reader. Tone of voice can set the scene, creating a distinct feeling or emotion. Some of the most common tones are happiness, sadness, anger, despair and hope. Language is also a key factor in identifying the tones of a poem. Look for positive or negative words, figurative language, similes and metaphors. All of these devices are often intended to convey the speaker's feelings on a particular topic. The speaker can also provide insight into tone. Through examples from notable poems, we will analyze specific lines to illustrate how these tones are effectively conveyed. Additionally, we will discuss how tone influences the reader's experience and examine the techniques poets employ to establish and change the tone of a poem. Tone in poetry. Tone is conveyed through all aspects of a poem: imagery, connotation, and even rhythm. Consider two poems about death. One poem may use the image of a sunset while another uses dried flowers. The image of a sunset is warm, restful, even relaxing. But dried flowers are fragile and lifeless. The image that the poet,