What key, meter and tempo is Keep the incense burning (Hymn 790) composed in?

Keep the incense burning (Hymn 790) by Edgar Walser is composed in the key of Eb Major, set to 4/4 time signature, with an authentic performance tempo of 88 BPM.

What is the piano difficulty level of Keep the incense burning (Hymn 790)?

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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Keep the incense burning (Hymn 790)

Artist / Composer: Edgar Walser

Key Eb Major

Meter 4/4

Tempo 88 BPM

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Verse 1: "Keep the incense burning" On the altar fire; Let thy heart's petition, Let thy deep desire, Be a cloud of incense Wreathing God's own throne, Till His will among us Shall be fully done. Verse 2: "Keep the incense burning" On the altar fire; Feed the flame, Lord Jesus, Till Thy whole desire Shall in us, Thy children, Find free course, and be Breathed through lips anointed For this ministry. Verse 3: "Keep the incense burning" Though thy faith be weak; Though in words thou canst not All thy longing speak; Silent heart-petitions, Spirit-taught, will be Gloriously answered; Wrought by God for thee. Verse 4: "Keep the incense burning," Hourly let it rise, Till from opened heavens, Till from flame-swept skies, Fire shall fall and kindle All hearts to a flame; Making us a glory To our Savior's name.

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Keep the incense burning (Classic Hymn #790) is a cherished standard of sacred Christian hymnody, classified under Prayer (Burning the Incense). Featuring lyric poetry by Margaret E. Barber and musical setting by Edgar Walser, this arrangement is composed in Eb Major (4/4 time, 6.5.6.5.D.). Perfectly suited for Sunday worship preludes, offertories, choral anthems, and home devotional practice.

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