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A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief
Two of my dear Young Women from when I was their leader both returned to our ward the same week. It was such a treat to have them home again. Their voices are beautiful, and they asked if they could sing this hymn. I suggested we dress it up a little and showed them what I had in mind. They were so adaptable, and it turned out beautifully. Sadly, one of them had to return home before we could get a recording. Suzy Nichols and her sister, Marianne (maiden name “Lind”) are the angelic voices I was able to record.
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Nearer My God to Thee
Song background: The Hymnal is my playground. This final arrangement has been through a few changes and ends up being a duet.
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I Can Be a Witness
After sitting at a dinner table with one of the Primary Music Coordinators at the Music Festival, I came home anxious to write a children’s song. I asked her what she wanted. She said something for the upcoming Come Follow Me program. I missed that boat, but I did get a song written.
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Cry in the Night
This song was a result of my world being momentarily rocked. When I get upset, my piano is where I go. I only had a few minutes, but I decided I really liked the direction this piece was going. Morning couldn’t come soon enough. You might say I had a great week.
Music by Connie Stauffer