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(D)When
I sur vey
the
won
drous
cross
on
which the Prince
of
Glo
ry
died,
my
rich est gain
I
count
but
loss,
and
pour con tempt
on
all
my
pride.
O the (G)won der ful cross,
O the (G)won der ful cross
bids me come and die and find that I may tru ly live.
(D)See
from His head,
His
hands,
His
feet,
sor
row and love
flow
min
gled
down;
did
e’er such love
and
sor
row
meet,
or
thorns com pose
so
rich
a
crown.
O the (G)won der ful cross,
O the (G)won der ful cross
bids me come and die and find that I may tru ly live.
O the (G)won der ful cross,
O the (G)won der ful cross;
all who gath er here by grace draw near and bless Your name.
The Wonderful Cross — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Wonderful Cross" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of D, 88 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “The Wonderful Cross”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Wonderful Cross"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "The Wonderful Cross" by Chris Tomlin played in?
- The Wonderful Cross is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Wonderful Cross"?
- The arrangement plays at 88 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Wonderful Cross" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "The Wonderful Cross"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Wonderful Cross"?
- "The Wonderful Cross" was originally performed by Chris Tomlin. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Wonderful Cross"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: A, Asus4, D, G. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Chris Tomlin can I play here?
- Try "Let God Arise", "Awesome Is The Lord Most High", "Indescribable". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "The Wonderful Cross". Key of D, 88 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.