The Old Rugged Cross - String Trio in C With Chords & Lyric - Easy String Trio - Digital Sheet Music
This easy level arrangement of The Old Rugged Cross (George Bennard, 1913) is written for String Trio (Violin, Viola, Cello), including chord symbols and lyrics, ideal for beginner players, classroom music programs, worship settings, and educational use.The Old Rugged Cross is a beloved Christian hymn written and composed by George Bennard in 1913. It is widely used in worship services, gospel performances, and teaching materials, and is recognized for its expressive and devotional character.In this edition, the arrangement features three string parts, with the violin playing the main melody, while the viola and cello provide simple harmonic support, suitable for easy level players. Chord symbols are included to reinforce harmonic understanding and allow flexible accompaniment by guitar, voice, or ensemble instruments. The lyrics are included to support vocal interpretation and ensemble performances.The simple and expressive character of this arrangement makes it suitable for recitals, classroom music programs, beginner ensemble study, and worship use.About the instrumentViolin – melodyViola – harmonyCello – bass accompanimentComfortable beginner registerSimple lyrical phrasingChord symbols includedLyrics includedBeginner-friendly layoutEasy levelSuitable for classroom use, beginner ensemble study, recital performances, and worship settings.About the lyricsThis edition includes the original English hymn lyrics of The Old Rugged Cross, written by George Bennard, supporting expressive interpretation and congregational singing.#TheOldRuggedCross #hymn #sacred #spiritual #20thcentury #stringtrio #violin #viola #cello #sheetmusic #easy #lyrics #chordsymbols #musiceducation
Details
Summary
- Ensembles:
- String Orchestra String Trio
- Genres:
- Spirituals 20th Century Traditional
- Publishers:
- MissoRB
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Format:
- Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Digital
- Level:
- Early Intermediate
- Usages:
- School and Community Sacred
- Number of Pages:
- 4
Detailed Description
SKU: A0.1852577
Composed by George Bennard. Arranged by MissoRB. This edition: pdf. 20th Century, Sacred, Spiritual, Traditional. 4 pages. MissoRB #1412218. Published by MissoRB (A0.1852577).This easy level arrangement of The Old Rugged Cross (George Bennard, 1913) is written for String Trio (Violin, Viola, Cello), including chord symbols and lyrics, ideal for beginner players, classroom music programs, worship settings, and educational use.
The Old Rugged Cross is a beloved Christian hymn written and composed by George Bennard in 1913. It is widely used in worship services, gospel performances, and teaching materials, and is recognized for its expressive and devotional character.
In this edition, the arrangement features three string parts, with the violin playing the main melody, while the viola and cello provide simple harmonic support, suitable for easy level players. Chord symbols are included to reinforce harmonic understanding and allow flexible accompaniment by guitar, voice, or ensemble instruments. The lyrics are included to support vocal interpretation and ensemble performances.
The simple and expressive character of this arrangement makes it suitable for recitals, classroom music programs, beginner ensemble study, and worship use.
About the instrument
Violin – melody
Viola – harmony
Cello – bass accompaniment
Comfortable beginner register
Simple lyrical phrasing
Chord symbols included
Lyrics included
Beginner-friendly layout
Easy level
Suitable for classroom use, beginner ensemble study, recital performances, and worship settings.
About the lyrics
This edition includes the original English hymn lyrics of The Old Rugged Cross, written by George Bennard, supporting expressive interpretation and congregational singing.
#TheOldRuggedCross #hymn #sacred #spiritual #20thcentury #stringtrio #violin #viola #cello #sheetmusic #easy #lyrics #chordsymbols #musiceducation.
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