What key, meter and tempo is Once I was dead in sin (Hymn 502) composed in?

Once I was dead in sin (Hymn 502) by Philip Paul Bliss is composed in the key of Bb Major, set to 6/8 time signature, with an authentic performance tempo of 88 BPM.

What is the piano difficulty level of Once I was dead in sin (Hymn 502)?

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

Does this score include complete piano chords and vocal lyrics?

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

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Once I was dead in sin (Hymn 502)

Artist / Composer: Philip Paul Bliss

Key Bb Major

Meter 6/8

Tempo 88 BPM

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Verse 1: Once I was dead in sin, And hope within me died; But now I'm dead to sin, With Christ I'm crucified. Verse 2: O height I cannot reach! O depth I cannot sound! O love, O boundless love, In my Redeemer found! Verse 3: I live—and yet not I, But Christ that lives in me, Who from the law of sin And death has made me free.

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Once I was dead in sin (Classic Hymn #502) is a cherished standard of sacred Christian hymnody, classified under Experience of Christ (As Life). Featuring lyric poetry by Arthur Tappan Pierson and musical setting by Philip Paul Bliss, this arrangement is composed in Bb Major (6/8 time, 6.6.6.6.8.6.). Perfectly suited for Sunday worship preludes, offertories, choral anthems, and home devotional practice.

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