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

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Oh, how long before my Lord comes back (Hymn 962)

Q: What key, meter and tempo is Oh, how long before my Lord comes back (Hymn 962) composed in?

Oh, how long before my Lord comes back (Hymn 962) by Queen Liliʻuokalani is composed in the key of G Major, set to 4/4 time signature, with an authentic performance tempo of 88 BPM.

Artist / Composer: Queen Liliʻuokalani

Key G Major

Meter 4/4

Tempo 88 BPM

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Verse 1: Oh, how long before my Lord comes back, My heart desires to see Thy face, That the song of triumph I may sing And behold my Beloved, full of grace. Come quickly, Lord, and tarry not! Oh, when wilt Thou return to comfort me; Come quickly, Lord, and tarry not! My heart desires to be with Thee.

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Oh, how long before my Lord comes back (Classic Hymn #962) is a cherished standard of sacred Christian hymnody, classified under Hope of Glory (Longing and Praying). Featuring lyric poetry by Witness Lee and musical setting by Queen Liliʻuokalani, this arrangement is composed in G Major (4/4 time, Peculiar Meter.). Perfectly suited for Sunday worship preludes, offertories, choral anthems, and home devotional practice.

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