The creative genius behind The Touch of the Master’s Hand was Myra Brooks Welch. Upon hearing a guest speaker at her church, she sat down and wrote “The Touch of the Master’s Hand” within the next 30 minutes. Welcome to my virtual home. The Master’s hand is the only hand that can transform the soul. But maybe transformed in a moment you see, By the touch of the master's hand. ----- ~This page is in honor of my Grandfather who played the Violin~ ~The Master's Touch~ It was battered and scarred I loved it then and every other time I’ve heard it. I turn to the very same message in verses of a simple poem: ’Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer. By Myra Brooks. I remember that there was a name on the cassette itself of some duplication firm (Van Ness Press?) It is a favorite of our whole family. She discovered that she could express the music in her soul through the gift of poetry. Other songs included “Lord of the Harvest,” “Amazing Grace Medley,” (which is very similar to “All Because of God’s Amazing Grace,” but has the traditional “Amazing Grace” tune in the first verse) “God Loved the World So Much,” “Touch of the Master’s Hand,” and others. . I was nervous singing it in front of you because I knew over the years I had made my own subtle changes to the chords and words. It was not until several years later that her son identified her as the author. It’s amazing how many people have been impacted by this song and its story over the years. Great song! I’ve been looking for another copy ever since, but so far have been unable to find one. Her words, a joyous expression of the wonders of life, as seen by a singing soul, touched by the Master’s Hand. I’m grateful for you and your family. The Touch of the Master’s Hand. Read Gabriella Franco poem:’Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer Thought it scarcely worth his while To waste much time on the old violin. I would love to hear this song again. But the Master comes, And the foolish crowd never can quite understand, The worth of a soul and the change that is wrought By the Touch of the Masters’ Hand.’ The depth of wisdom emerging from this poem can be interpreted in many ways. Myra Welch would say that she heard a speaker address a group of students on the power of God to bring out the best in people. The Touch of the Master's Hand is an inspirational and captivating film that speaks eloquently to the worth and potential of every individual. Lyrics. But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd What I didn’t know at the time was that Wayne Watson was and would become an incredible musician and songwriter. Reportedly, she took a pencil in each hand, painstakingly using the eraser end to slowly type the words that were in her heart. "Twas the touch of the master's hand." Last week, my business parter at The Riverstone Group, David Atchison, received an email from a friend in real estate development. One source, Lilly Walters, says that Ms. Welch grew up in La Verne, California and wrote the poem, The Touch of the Master’s Hand, in 1921. I was ready to say, “Yes” on the spot but then started feeling guilty about having to call Wayne Watson back and tell him I had changed my mind. Feeling the poem was a gift from God, she anonymously sent it to her church bulletin. To waste much time on the old violin, But held it up with a smile: He handed it to me, opened to The Touch of the Master’s Hand. The Touch of the Master's Hand Poem by Myra Brooks Welch. Great song. Myra Brooks Welch. For me, a committed sound healer, its meaning … Upon hearing a guest speaker at her church, she sat down and wrote “The Touch of the Master’s Hand” within the next 30 minutes. "The touch of the Master's hand." And many a man with life out of tune, and battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd, much like the old violin, A "mess of pottage," a glass of wine; a game - and he travels on. Look to the Master whose gentle touch will bless and make you whole. But I’ve also enjoyed hearing others perform the song in churches, in concerts, in bluegrass festivals and on random You Tube videos. The Touch of the Master’s hand The Bible is full of music from Exodus 15 right through to Revelation 15 . In 1949, Moody Press in Chicago published a small book of inspirational poems entitled, Quotes From the Quiet Hour, compiled by Robert Parsons. Myra Brooks Welch (1878-1959) of La Verne, California, was paid 70 cents for the poem, which was printed in the February 26, 1921, issue of The Gospel Messenger. The poem was first published in The Gospel Messenger on February 26, 1921. On top of being a writer, blogger, musician and speaker, I wear a number of other titles. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. More Inspirational Stories: And A Meadow Lark Sang Powerful. I began talking about the sermon and the poem our pastor had quoted. Thanks, Pam! by the touch of the Master’s hand. ” ‘Twas the touch of the master’s hand.” And many a man with soul out of tune And battered and scarred by sin Is auctioned cheap by the thoughtless crowd Just like the old violin. You came that night I believe. "The Touch of the Masters Hand." 100 Bible Verses about One Touch From The Masters Hand. I had never heard the poem before and couldn’t get the words and images out of my mind. But the Master The poem became popular and quickly spread. Probably best known for the poem “The Master’s Hand” written in 1921, Myra Brooks Welch was born in the late 19th Century in America. All that has happened began with a speaker who inspired Myra Brooks Welch to write a powerful poem in 1921 that was later published by the Berean Publishing House which made it possible for Moody Press to include the poem in a book with a fuzzy blue cover in 1949 that my grandmother kept for years and then gave my father so he would be ready in 1974 to hand it to me on the night my pastor used the poem in a sermon so I could write the song six years before Wayne Watson would sign a record contract his first album making it necessary for him to call me as one more step in a long process that resulted in thousands of people knowing, loving, and singing The Touch of the Master’s Hand. She, too, felt the touch of the Master’s hand. This very moment the Lord Jesus Christ is waiting to turn your darkness into day, your sorrow into joy. Most people are surprised to learn that I wrote the song, The Touch of the Master’s Hand. This was certainly true for me. He was calling to let me know he had just signed a recording contract and wanted permission to include The Touch of the Master’s Hand on his first record. I miss seeing you as well. Remember the 1st time I heard Master’s Hand. Thought it scarcely worth his while. The message stayed in my heart. I share the story here not to brag but to make an important point about the creative process: no one creates in isolation; every creative act is influenced by others. Due to the severity of her arthritis, she was confined to a wheelchair. And many a man with life out of tune, And battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd Much like the old violin. Hard to realize how long it has been! I have been unable to find it anywhere. I remember the name of the album was “Will Jesus Find Us Watching?” and that was the first song on the tape. I turn to the very same message in verses of a simple poem: ’Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer. But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd Never can quite understand The worth of a soul, and the change that is wrought By the touch of the master’s hand. Beautiful pictures bring the poem … At some point, my paternal grandmother, Beulah Kramp, purchased the book and enjoyed it for many years. Looking back, I’m still surprised. I can’t take ANY credit. He's going once, and going twice, And going, and almost gone. But the flowing lines of the piano are something I’ve rarely heard elsewhere, and I’ve never heard another recording that was anything similar. In that email, he included the words to The Touch of the Master’s Hand. It was the “play, rewind, repeat” song on that tape, so much so that I nearly wore out the tape. Of course, the book of Psalms is the richest portfolio of … The cover of the book was fuzzy blue felt. This friend wanted to encourage David as he prepared for an important meeting sponsored by the non-profit organization David founded, The Retail Christian Network. A Gift from Bill Kramp by Way of Beulah Kramp. You can look me up on you tube, under Jeffrey Michael Lloyd, Jeffery, thanks for the kind comments. Embed joexcel 11795 views 10 years ago The Touch of the Master's Hand Follow the life of a priceless violin from its creation under the hands of it's Master, through the torment of it's many owners leaving it scarred and tattered over many years. Myra Welsh is referred to as “the poet with the singing soul.”. I guess ol Wayne did you and the song proud! 'Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer Thought it scarcely worth his while To waste much time on the old violin, O Master! I to have enjoyed this song with listening and preforming. lol, it was really being in the right place at the right time! I was moved to tears as I listened to the lyrics and have been searching ever since for sheet music for the violin since they have been begging to play it now. A 'mess of pottage,' a glass of wine, A game — and he travels on. In the email, the friend said that a poem had meant much to him over the years and he wanted to share the words with David. SO encouraging. I loved reading this – I bet I have sung TTOTMH a few hundred times through the years including one time in a meeting you were actually in! Over the years, I’ve tried to find out more about her. Please keep me posted on your life and work. Thanks, Michael. Everyone back then knew The Dirt Band because of their hit, Mr. Bojangles. They thought it was wonderful . The Touch Of The Master's Hand Post by B4real » Fri Feb 03, 2012 1:59 am As some of you are probably aware I've been learning the violin and while looking at a violin site I came across this thought provoking poem. And many a man with life out of tune And battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd, Much like the old violin. A mess of pottage, a glass of wine, A game, and he travels on. I still love the song. The famous poem not only inspired the song, but also a film. In 1980, I was a Student Minister in Garland, Texas. Probably best known for the poem “The Master’s Hand” written in 1921, Myra Brooks Welch was born in the late 19th Century in America. The Master’s hand is the only hand that can transform the soul. I would really appreciate your answer. This is where I’m asking for your help. Have you heard of this cassette? Thanks for sharing the story. And many a man with life out of tune, And battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap, to a thoughtless crowd, Much like the old violin, A "mess of pottage" - a glass of wine, A game- and he travels on: He is going once- and going twice He's going and almost gone! Immediately, my father reached over from his chair to the bookcase and pulled out a small book with a blue fuzzy cover, a gift to him from his mother. But the Master comes, "And many a man with life out of tune All battered and bruised with hardship Is auctioned cheap to a thoughtless crowd Much like that old violin. It was a huge privilege for me to have this small connection with him. Matthew 8:1-4. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Thought it scarcely worth his while. but for the record, they thought everything I wrote was wonderful so serious questions remain about their objectivity. I figured it may be a long shot, but it never hurts to ask. I’ll never forget the Sunday night in your’s and Jeb’s dorm room across the hall from Bobby and me….we were sitting around and you started talking about this song you had written while you were home called Touch of The Master’s Hand….the feeling I had then was like the feeling I had the first time I saw Chariots of Fire as part of a focus group to help figure out how to market the movie…..totally ‘Blown Away’ and knew I had just heard something Amazing. I finished the song that night and sang it for my parents the next day. Many souls, seemingly lost, are saved by that touch. Introduction: A. John. I turn to the very same message in verses of a simple poem: ’Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer. In a flash of ethical clarity, I told Don that since Wayne had called first I needed to let him record the song. He is going once, he is going twice, He is going and almost gone. It was written by my mother, Myra Welch.”. A Real Estate Development & Advisory Firm. Isaiah 64:8 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. I loved it so much, how can I record it again? Touch Of The Master’s Hand. The next day I got a completely unexpected call from a college friend, Don Cason, at Word Records. This very moment the Lord Jesus Christ is waiting to turn your darkness into day, your sorrow into joy. It goes like this: The Touch of the Master’s Hand by Myra “Brooks” Welch. Thank you in advance, whatever your answer is. Print-Friendly Lyrics. With the touch of the Master’s hand, the old violin sang a song from within And the list’ners began to understand, the touch of the Master’s hand. Miss seeing you and your sweet family. The cover on the cassette had a picture of the four people who sung the songs. The creative genius behind The Touch of the Master’s Hand was Myra Brooks Welch. If you have a story about The Touch of the Master’s Hand, please post a comment. I couldn’t believe it. The Touch of the Master’s Hand may have had a small part in launching Wayne Waston’s career but Wayne clearly had a major “A Game” as a musician, songwriter, and artists just waiting to bring front-and-center. I believe you would need to contact EMI Christian in Nashville since they control the rights to the song. later, I still remember. She, too, despite her debilitating physical condition, was transformed, transfigured, and her words took on a life of their own. Must’ve been one of those rare tv tapes of “A Prairie Home Companion” from the 1980’s. However, lately this song keeps returning in my life. This film parable, based on the beloved poem by Myra Brooks Welch, illustrates why all life is valuable and that anyone can find renewal and begin again. But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand. My phone rang and the person on the line introduced himself as Wayne Watson. But the Master comes, And the foolish crowd never can quite understand, The worth of a soul and the change that is wrought By the Touch of the Masters’ Hand.’ The depth of wisdom emerging from this poem can be interpreted in many ways. Unfortunately we lost our house in a fire in 2005. My goal is to help women who are hurting to discover there is hope, faith and love regardless of what she may be dealing with and to grow in her faith. Go to: TrinityChristianLifeCoaching website, Eyewitness to Easter: Pilate Releases Jesus Body, Eyewitness to Easter: Pilate, Crucified Jesus, Eyewitness to Easter: Pilate, His Wife Warns Him, Eyewitness to Easter: Pilate, Searched for An Alternative, Behind the Song: He Could Have Called Ten Thousand Angels, Behind the Song: Were You There {When they Crucified My Lord}, Mary Magdalene: Discovered the Tomb Empty, Women Followed Jesus: Mary, the Mother of James and Joses, Behind the Hymn: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross. The Lord has opened up wonderful opportunities, to sing, I’ve opened for Kenny Chesney, Eddy Raven, Holly Dunn, Jason Michael Carrol, (all country artist) just to name drop a few! I first heard and loved this song more than 20 years ago when released. Apparently, her poem was quoted in religious meetings for years as “author unknown.” Ultimately, Ms. Welch received credit when her poem was published by the Berean Publishing House. This beautiful poem has been a source of inspiration and blessing to many people as it reminds individuals that God is not through with individuals yet. So moved was Ms. Welch that she wrote The Touch of the Master’s Hand in 30 minutes. . With the touch of the Master’s hand, the old violin sang a song from within And the list’ners began to understand, the touch of the Master’s hand. Read Gabriella Franco poem:’Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer Thought it scarcely worth his while To waste much time on the old violin. In his sermon that night, our pastor, Roger McDonald, quoted The Touch of the Master’s Hand. "And many a man with life out of tune All battered and bruised with hardship Is auctioned cheap to a thoughtless crowd Much like that old violin. By Myra Brooks. Learn how your comment data is processed. Some links on this blog may contain affiliate links. But the Master comes, She penned this wonderful poem in 30 minutes after she became inspired by a speaker addressing some students. And now, out of the blue, they were ready to record my song. He is going once, he is going twice, He is going and almost gone. Dear John, I was wondering how I can re record “touch of the Masters hand? I remember you singing it in our Sunday School department, probably still the college student. Music video by The Booth Brothers performing Touch Of The Master’s Hand. The version of “Touch of the Master’s Hand” on this cassette has no drums, trumpets, or any accompaniment other than the piano. If you have a copy, would you be willing to let me buy it from you or come to you and digitize it? I was one link in an interactive, interconnected creative process. He explained that he had received a lead sheet of my song from a mutual friend (yet another link in this story) and had begun performing the song. The poem was written by Myra Brooks Welsh. Thanks John for good memories and a wonderful song. But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd But my most important title is child of God. She felt it was a gift from God and gave it anonymously to her church news bulletin. The first time I heard this song was on an audiocassette from some little college in Pennsylvania. The song has meant so much to me over the years, it was the first song I learned on the guitar! Based on the worn pages, it was one of her treasured possessions. The Touch Of The Master's Hand Poem by Gabriella Franco. Wayne’s call to me in 1980 marked the launch of his amazing musical career that continues today. Reread the poem this AM as part of my quiet time. Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer thought it scarcely worth his while To waste much time on the old violin, but held it up with a smile; I think I still have the sheet music to it. From 1980 onward, he would have 23 #1 singles on Christian radio (including The Touch of the Master’s Hand), record more than fifteen albums and seven compilations, win a dozen Dove Awards and be inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame. I remember Wayne singing that song in a tent revivail at Flag Pole Hill. Two young women performed, The singer spoke of 1921 & Myra Brooks Welch. And the people cried out what made the change we don't understand, Then the auctioneer stopped and he said with a smile, It was the touch, that's all it was; it was the touch of the Master's hand, It was the touch of the Master's hand; oh, it was the touch of the Master's hand. I don’t recall how many minutes it took me to adapt the words of her original poem, updating the language, adding some lines and taking out others, and then meshing it with the melody in my head, but it did not take long. There is a famous poem that vividly describes the value that is added to the life of a person who is touched by the Lord. My children, who are 7 and 8 years old, heard this song for the first time a few days ago on our local Christian Radio station and told me to YouTube it. Sometimes we only think of Jesus as healing our physical or spiritual needs, but did you ever think about the fact that Jesus cares for your emotional needs as well. She went on to write many other works but none more loved than The Touch of the Master’s Hand. But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd Never can quite understand The worth of a soul and the change that’s wrought By the touch of the Master’s hand. The poem was first published in The Gospel Messenger on February 26, 1921. by the touch of the Master’s hand. The Unexpected Journey of The Touch of the Master’s Hand. I sent the song to multiple music companies and several contemporary Christian artists. And who do I get permission from to sing it? The Touch Of The Master's Hand Poem by Gabriella Franco. Hope it works out. One day he read us a poem, "The Touch of the Master's Hand." Over the years, I’ve tried to find out more about her. But finally, the defining … He is 'going' once, and 'going' twice, He's 'going' and almost 'gone.' To waste much time on the old violin, But held it up with a smile: She sang. Mar 11, 2019 - The Touch of the Master’s Hand Copywork Notebook Enjoy this ... Read More… How has the touch of the Master’s Hand changed your life? I share encouragement through Life Application and Biblical Application, along with my love of music and history into my site. _______________________________________________________. If you don’t have a copy of the cassette, do you remember the name of that college and where I can obtain/purchase the sheet music? I loved it! One source, Lilly Walters, says that Ms. Welch grew up in La Verne, California and wrote the poem, The Touch of the Master’s Hand, in 1921. The finished poem was sent anonymously to the editor of her local church news bulletin. The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com Sure, but only to a point. Psalm 110:1 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. "The Touch of the Masters Hand." Feeling the poem was a gift from God, she anonymously sent it to her church bulletin. 'The touch of the Master's hand.' Mar 29, 2016 - The Touch of the Master’s Hand Copywork Notebook Enjoy this ... Read More… May many more learn the truth shared in “The Touch of the Master’s Hand.”. Once there was a school teacher who had injured his back and had to wear a plastic brace around the upper part of his body. Lilly Walters said that Myra Brooks Welch heard an inspiring speaker address a group of students in 1921. I jumped when I had the chance to review this illustrated picture book version of the classic poem. A mess of pottage, a glass of wine, A game and he travels on. You are my favorite soloist! ” I sang it for years with a Christian group, called Christian Folk, back in the 80(s in Oil City Pennsylvania, I moved to Nashville 5 years ago, and landed a job at “Fontanel” Barbra Mandrells old mansion, that now can be toured, I had to audition to work at Fontanel..They just started a label “Fontanel Records” and we just completed a Christmas CD, all of public domain songs. Swift came the reply: “The touch of a master’s hand.” And many a man with life out of tune, and battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd, much like the old violin, A “mess of pottage,” a glass of wine; a game – and he travels on. I loved this book. One of my favorites was with the youth choir at our church. Thanks to one of our Oldpoetry readers we believe she was born in Illinois 1878, daughter of John Brooks,and she married Otis Welch. I am a novelist at heart, and have been published in a number of anthologies. In 1997, Brethren Press also released The Story Behind the Touch of the Master’s Hand, the story of Myra Brooks Welch and the poem that made her famous. All these yrs. I have long love the poem The Touch of the Master's Hand. Here’s how it happened. In the spring of 1974, as a freshman at Baylor University in Waco, TX, I traveled home for the weekend to Garland, TX. She said she herself became filled with light and that “Touch of the Master’s Hand” was written in 30 minutes!. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! If so, do you have a copy? I enjoy hearing your “voice” in your blog and twitter feed which I follow often. These things I do know: The Copyright date on the cassette was 1985. To hear Myra Brook Welch’s original poem, click here to listen to JD Sumner quote it at a Gaither Homecoming event. I was convinced it would be a hit. Using the eraser end, she would slowly type the words, the joy of them outweighing the pain of her efforts. But the Master comes, And the foolish crowd never can quite understand, The worth of a soul and the change that is wrought By the Touch of the Masters’ Hand. Feeling the poem was a gift from God, she anonymously sent it to her church bulletin. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed hearing Wayne Watson sing The Touch of the Master’s Hand. By any chance, do you happen to know if there is sheet music for violin? Larry, thanks for taking the time to comment. He seemed like a nice guy and since no other artists were lined up asking to record the song, I said, “Yes.”. As I transform with my weight loss and other areas of my life, I’m seeing the difference the touch of the Master’s Hand can make. So I did what any determined artist does; I gave up and put the song in my file cabinet. In my opinion, that song was THE song that launched Watson’s career. From 1974 to 1980 I performed The Touch of the Master’s Hand in a variety of venues from churches, to universities, to restaurant bars. Like the old violin with so little worth, A life may be far less than grand. Swift came the reply: "The touch of a master's hand." Hope you are doing well. Myra did not have an easy life. (c) 2003, Lilly Walters, from the "One Hand Typing and Keyboarding Manual: Thought it scarcely worth his while. Soon after Peter's call to follow Jesus he was taught three very important first lessons in discipleship. But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd Never can quite understand The worth of a soul and the change that’s wrought By the touch of the Master’s hand. but I’m not sure what it is. There was one tiny problem. Things about hands caught my attention in those days, as I had been in an accident a few months before and lost most of my left hand. Did I write the song? Thanks, Ron! Yes, I remember you singing The Touch of the Master’s Hand. After church, I was sitting with my parents, Bill and Hellen Kramp, in their study. The poem was first published in The Gospel Messenger on February 26, 1921. John, I remember hearing you sing it for the first time @ FBC Garland. The pianist was also in this picture, making five people in the picture. I met you in the early 80’s at Chris Wommack’s house, in Waco, when I was rooming with him. For me, a committed sound healer, its meaning … (Click here). Rebel to Redeemed…Sharing HIS Kind of Love. Expressing Appreciation: “For all you do, this bird’s for you.”, 37 – Secrets to Taking Your Life and Work to the Next Level: An Interview with Cliff Ravenscraft, The Podcast Answer Man, Practical Tips for Developing Leaders In All Sorts of Organizations: A Bookmark Edition Podcast, Leading When You Feel Like You’re Underwater – A Bookmark Edition Podcast. Then, at the part where the old man comes up, the second performer picked up a single violin, and with no orchestration or singing, played the refrain. “The touch of the master’s hand.” And the poet goes on to say that the touch of the Master, Jesus, transforms our lives as well. To waste much time on the old violin, But held it up with a smile: “What am I bidden, good folks,” he cried, The Touch of the Masters Hand was written by Myra Brooks Welch in 1921. Mike, thanks for the encouraging comment. I’m No one important or famouse! Thanks to one of our Oldpoetry readers we believe she was born in Illinois 1878, daughter of John Brooks,and she married Otis Welch. There I attended the Sunday evening service at my home church, The First Baptist Church. The song, sung by Wayne Watson, is based on the poem by the same name. Well it was battered and scarred And the auctioneer felt it was hardly worth his while To waste much time on the old violin but he held it up with a smile He said it sure ain’t much but its all we’ve got left, I guess we ought to sell it too In every case, people connected with the song. I can remember listening to this cassette and specifically this song for hours on end. I’d love to hear from you. "He is going" once, and "going twice, He's going and almost gone." Upon hearing a guest speaker at her church, she sat down and wrote “The Touch of the Master’s Hand” within the next 30 minutes. She took one pencil in each of her badly disabled hands. Although she came from a musical family, the poetry in her soul did not bubble forth until tragedy struck and she was confined to a wheelchair. I entitled this post, “How I Wrote The Touch of the Master’s Hand,” with a specific purpose — to share a personal story about the convoluted and interconnected process of creativity. Their response was unanimous: not interested. Thank you for your music and your leadership. I don’t remember the name of the college, something like “Calvary Baptist Bible College” or something like that. Thank you, John, for writing the music, and for sharing the story. These include daughter, sister, caretaker, Certified Activities Director, life coach, Bible teacher, consultant and coach, Genealogists, and survivor. Her disability limited her ability to make music through playing the organ, a gift she dearly loved. Today we will look at Jesus healing of a leper as recorded in Matthew 8:1-4. Years later the poem was read at a religious convention and accredited to “author unknown.” However, there was a young man in the audience that stood up and said, “I know the author, and it’s time the world did too. They were doing a project with The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and wanted to include The Touch of the Master’s Hand. She stated that the joy of writing outweighed the pain of her efforts. 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