What key, meter and tempo is The cross it standeth fast (Hymn 620) composed in?

The cross it standeth fast (Hymn 620) by James McGranahan is composed in the key of Bb Major, set to 4/4 time signature, with an authentic performance tempo of 88 BPM.

What is the piano difficulty level of The cross it standeth fast (Hymn 620)?

This arrangement is rated at an Beginner level, featuring authentic voice-leading across approximately 32 measures.

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Yes, the score includes full chord progression charts and complete vocal lyrics, ideal for solo piano, church choir rehearsals, and worship accompaniment.

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The cross it standeth fast (Hymn 620)

Artist / Composer: James McGranahan

Key Bb Major

Meter 4/4

Tempo 88 BPM

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Verse 1: The cross it standeth fast, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Defying every blast, Hallelujah! hallelujah! The winds of hell have blown, The world its hate hath shown, Yet it is not overthrown, Hallelujah for the cross! Verse 2: It is the old cross still, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Its triumph let us tell, Hallelujah! hallelujah! The grace of God here shone, Through Christ the blessed Son, Who hath redemption won, Hallelujah for the cross! Verse 3: 'Twas here the debt was paid, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Our sins on Jesus laid, Hallelujah! hallelujah! So round the cross we sing Of Christ, our offering, Of Christ, our living King, Hallelujah for the cross!

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The cross it standeth fast (Classic Hymn #620) is a cherished standard of sacred Christian hymnody, classified under Glorying in the Cross (Defying Every Blast). Featuring lyric poetry by Horatius Bonar and musical setting by James McGranahan, this arrangement is composed in Bb Major (4/4 time, Peculiar Meter.). Perfectly suited for Sunday worship preludes, offertories, choral anthems, and home devotional practice.

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