In Daniel chapter 3 there are several mentions of the psaltery, along with many other instruments that were used at that time, and today they are still used, although the song that that was being played then was the one that King Nebuchadnezzar was using to compel worship to the large idol he had set up.  Three of the servants of the Lord wouldn't bow down when they heard the music playing, and you know the story: they were thrown into the furnace.  If you don't know the whole story, read it HERE.   But I will give you a little hint:  God is always with you when you go through the fire for Him! 

  A few years ago we were visting a dear friend in New Mexico when she produced a psaltery for my daughter to play, and she took right to it!  It was a lovely instrument of which we had never laid eyes on before.  It was very strange, beautiful, and played with a bow.  It had such a clear, lovely sound. 

 "Someone" got hooked on it and we have been searching for one for quite awhile now.   I recently found one that I got her for her birthday!  Can you say "surprised?"  This one was handmade by Chuck at Crooked Creek Psaltery, and you can see more of his handiwork right there on their brand new website. 

Now we have a few more ways in which to make a joyful noise!  With our voices, a few new strings and a piano, we hope to be lifting us some praises to the King of Kings. Maybe one of these days I will post some.....we will see!

Have a blessed week everyone!

Nancy