About 'Soldier of the Cross' | |
Artist: |
Arne,Thomas (biography) |
Born: | March 12, 1710
, London
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Died: | March 5, 1778)
, London
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The Artist: | Thomas Augustine Arne (March 12, 1710 - March 5, 1778) was an English composer, best known for the popular patriotic song, 'Rule Britannia', which is still frequently sung, notably at the Last Night of the Proms, and also his musical settings of songs from the plays of William Shakespeare. |
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| Info: Lyrics: Am I a soldier of the cross, A follower of the Lamb, And shall I fear to own His cause, Or blush to speak His name? Must I be carried to the skies On flowery beds of ease, While others fought to win the prize, And sailed through bloody seas? Are there no foes for me to face? Must I not stem the flood? Is this vile world a friend to grace, To help me on to God? Sure I must fight if I would reign; Increase my courage, Lord. I’ll bear the toil, endure the pain, Supported by Thy Word. Thy saints in all this glorious war Shall conquer, though they die; They see the triumph from afar, By faith’s discerning eye. When that illustrious day shall rise, And all Thy armies shine In robes of victory through the skies, The glory shall be Thine. | |
| Score Key: | F major (Sounding Pitch) ( View more F major Music for Piano ) |
| Time Signature: | 3/2 (View more 3/2 Music) |
| Tempo Marking: |  =84 |
| Duration: | 0:17 |
| Number of Pages: | 1 |
| Difficulty: | Easy Level: Recommended for Beginners with some playing experience |
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