New Song: It Was Me He Died To Save
My grandson.
Damien was just about a year old when this was taken.
Handsome young man, yes?
Fast forward 18 years.
A lot of life has happened. A lot of running and jumping and video games. A lot of studying and plays and electric guitar.
And this… ahem… baby is now all grown up. And he’s still a handsome young man.
So what do you write for a grandson that is now planning on a mission… college… a career… and all the things that go with the “adult” life?
You work on a song about the really important things. And add electric guitar.
The new song this time is called “It Was Me He Died To Save.” This song has been waiting to be set to music for a long time–in fact, about 18 years. Just in time to give to my grandson, along with my love and testimony of the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
In order to present this song I’m going to list it in inverse order, beginning with a simple (sorta) accompaniment and ending with… of course… electric guitar.
This is the way the song was written. (Sorry—no recording.) If you want to sing the basic song, this is it: https://defordmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/It-Was-Me-He-Died-to-Save.pdf
Here is the way Daniel Blomberg and Dave Zimmerman arranged the accompaniment—a little more upbeat.
Now, here’s the way it sounds with all the bells and whistles. (If you’re not a fan of electric guitar, just skip the next two. 😉 )
And finally, here’s Allyse Smith Taylor adding the vocal.
I hope to hear Damien play it on electric guitar (of which I *am* a fan), and I also hope to hear the conviction in his voice (of which I am also a fan!) as he takes the next step in life.
In case you’re wondering, I am still dealing with my stroke a year or so ago. This is a very long haul. I am still recovering my voice (some days are better than others), and no, I am still music-less (and text/email-less unless you count auto-correct). As always, thanks to my Proofreader In Chief!
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Beautiful!!! Such talent. I love all of your music and have used it many times. Thanks so much! God bless you and your family.
I love it!! I wish I could hear your Grandsons play and sing this beautiful hymn. I live and miss you Sally!!
Grateful to hear any form of music from you! Love the electric guitar! May God guide in your healing journey…my heart hurts for you knowing how integral piano and music is to your life. We are singing your arrangement Peace, Peace, Be Still for choir. My daughter pushed the choir director to use your arrangement because it’s so hauntingly beautiful. Know that your gift of music is still giving!
beautiful song and handsome grandson
I love how you bear your testimony through music
Thank you
Love this! It reminds me of something you might have written with David Gates. I hope your grandson has an amazing mission and that your recovery is speedy!
I am so glad to hear from you, old friend. I think of our time together often. My prayers are with you. Please let me know if I can be of any help.
Very nice, if it’s possible I would love to hear Jame Loynes version with piano accompaniment. My voice range is the same as his. Also music and lyrics. I know you have provided so many tunes over the years and I appreciate your music so much. Thank you for all you have done to bring joy to so many.
Bob Ayers.