Simple Gifts

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Uploaded by on Mar 2, 2010

This lovely old tune is often listed as traditional or anonymous, but it was composed by Joseph Brackett, jr., a member of the Shaker community in Maine, in 1848. It's lyrics begin: "'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free." For me, the tune possesses a simple joy.

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  • You are welcome! Thanks for taking the time to let me know you like it. And, yeah, the lyrics are great.

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  • Rick, I was recently introduced to this song, Love the lyrics so much. Then I went looking to find a special rendition of it --- and I found yours. Really enjoyed your playing! Thank you for sharing it. dk

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