Timeworn Dulcimer

Lyrics

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[Verse 1]
In the attic dust, where shadows creep and play
Sat a dulcimer, put gently far away
Its wood was worn, its strings a little slack
Holding tunes that begged to travel back
To mountain cabins, firelight aglow
Where my great-grandma first made music flow.

[Chorus]
Oh, the timeworn dulcimer, a melody of old
Echoing the stories generations told
From calloused hands to tender, youthful grace
A family's heart, in every note and space
It sings of roots, of love that holds us dear
Wiping away each unspoken tear.

[Verse 2]
My grandpa played it, on the porch at dusk
Songs of harvest, hope, and simple trust
He'd close his eyes, a gentle, knowing smile
Lost in echoes for a little while
And then my father, with a curious hand
Learned the ancient tunes across the land.

[Chorus]
Oh, the timeworn dulcimer, a melody of old
Echoing the stories generations told
From calloused hands to tender, youthful grace
A family's heart, in every note and space
It sings of roots, of love that holds us dear
Wiping away each unspoken tear.

[Bridge]
Now it's my turn, to feel the aged grain
To pluck a string and chase away the pain
Of years gone by, and voices soft and low
A bridge of music, helping memories grow.

[Chorus]
Oh, the timeworn dulcimer, a melody of old
Echoing the stories generations told
From calloused hands to tender, youthful grace
A family's heart, in every note and space
It sings of roots, of love that holds us dear
Wiping away each unspoken tear.

[Outro]
The dulcimer sings on, through passing years
Whispering comfort, calming all our fears
A timeless echo, clear and strong and true
A heartfelt song, for me and for you.