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How surely then does music fling 
Her charm upon the heart; 
And all its better feelings bring, 
To bless the Minstrel’s art! 
Then Minstrel of the sweet Guitar! 
To whom the spell is given, 
Which guides us, like ‘ the pure, bright star,’ 
From earthly thoughts to Heaven; 
Let one true heart its thanks confess, 
For many a pleasure strong, 
And own its cares have oft seemed less, 
While listening to thy song. 
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