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The Old Rugged Cross
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- Contains complete lyrics
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The Old Rugged Cross |
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Voice Piano | |
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Bb3-Eb5 |
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Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
Bb Major |
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Time Signature: |
6/8 |
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BPM: |
88 |
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Musicnotes Edition |
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Product #:
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MN0056571 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes unlimited prints + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
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2 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 4/5 based on 12 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"This arrangement fits perfectly with the SATB parts that we use at my church from our hymn..." Read reviews
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Lyrics Begin:
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On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suff'ring and shame, and I love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. |
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Arrangement Details
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By: |
Homer Rodeheaver |
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2 |
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Instruments: |
Voice Piano | |
Vocal Range: |
Bb3-Eb5 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
Bb Major |
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Available Keys: |
Bb Major (Orig), A Major (-1), C Major (+2), D Major (+4), Eb Major (+5), E Major (+6), F Major (+7), G Major (-3), Ab Major (-2) |
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Musicnotes Edition |
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MN0056571 |
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Tempo: |
Maestoso |
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Metronome: |
e = 88 |
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Time Signature: |
6/8 |
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Song Details
Song Details gives you detailed information about this song, The Old Rugged Cross
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Date: |
1913 |
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Publisher: |
Musicnotes, Inc. |
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Musicnotes Edition |
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MN0056571 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suff'ring and shame, and I love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. |
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Reviews
Displaying all reviews (5)This arrangement fits perfectly with the SATB parts that we use at my church from our hymnals. My whole church loves it. The piano part was beautifully written. If I could, I would definitely buy this piece again!
Mitchell_Payne
Easily read and download was accurate and without problems
Barbara_Moyer
I love this song. Arrangement us sweet for organ as well as for piano. This will work well for me. I would recommend this!
Joni_Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The piano/vocal/chords edition of “The Old Rugged Cross” is in Bb major. You can also purchase it in 8 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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You can preview the piano/vocal/chords score for “The Old Rugged Cross” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this piano/vocal/chords arrangement include?
The piano/vocal/chords arrangement of “The Old Rugged Cross” is written for voice and piano, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “The Old Rugged Cross” available for other instruments?
Yes. “The Old Rugged Cross” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “The Old Rugged Cross” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 6/8.
About This Arrangement
“The Old Rugged Cross” by Homer Rodeheaver is a piano/vocal/chords arrangement, available as digital sheet music you can download and print. It has also been performed by Virginia Asher, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard. It was written by Rev. George Bennard. This is a Musicnotes original edition, transcribed and engraved by our team.
It runs 2 pages. The original published key is Bb major. Transposition into 8 other keys is available. It's written for Voice and Piano.
This edition contains complete lyrics. Customers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 12 ratings. One customer writes: “This arrangement fits perfectly with the SATB parts that we use at my church from our hymnals. My whole church loves it. The piano part was beautifully…”
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