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Christ is made the sure foundation

Always open this tune with the dotted rhythm, and D-flat is strongly preferred.

D No: 203
Text - Author or Scripture: Latin, c. 7th cent., Tr. John Mason Neale (1818–1866)
Performing Forces: SATB
Date Published: Ecumenical Praise, Hope 1977
Date of Composition: 1973
Tune Name: CHRIST CHURCH (SYDNOR)
Notes: Composed for the Bicentennial Celebration of Christ Church, Alexandria, VA Feb 25, 1973; William Sydnor, Rector. Arranged for SATB, organ, 2 trums., trombone, 2 obs., bassoon, perc. Score and parts in MS. After his retirement Bill Sydnor presided regularly at the Cathedral's 9 am Eucharist in Bethlehem Chapel.

Categorized as: 200 Hymns & Psalms Published Works
Tagged as: hymn

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