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Our range of sheet music for "Gethsemane" includes several key options. The most common among vocal, choir, and instrumental arrangements is C minor. Musicnotes also offers transposed versions in D minor and E minor to accommodate different vocal ranges. With a variety of key options available, all musicians can practice and perform this inspiring and spiritually uplifting song. Plus, directors and vocalists can find the version that best suits their performance needs.
We have 13 different arrangements of "Gethsemane" sheet music for a variety of different vocal ranges and instruments, including:
“Gethsemane” is meant to have a reverent, hymn-like pace that is gentle, reflective, and deeply emotional. At around 43 beats per minute (BPM), this worship song is commonly performed in devotional settings, where you would have a peaceful, meditative tempo.
Most of our arrangements of "Gethsemane" sheet music are written in 6/8 time.
The song focuses on the moment when Jesus suffered extreme anguish in the Garden of Gethsemane. Melanie Hoffman, the song's original writer and composer, had children on her heart when putting it together, inspired by the powerful words, "Gethsemane! Jesus loves me." She wanted the song to teach and remind others of Christ's sacrificial suffering and willingness to bear the burden of the entire world’s sins. That way, those who listen or sing the song will remember the Savior's love for all of humanity.
Yes, "Gethsemane" is composed with children in mind. The hymn-like ballad’s simple but inspiring lyrics and accessible key options make it easy for young singers to learn and perform.
![Gethsemane [vocal duet]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0252753.gif)
![Gethsemane [advanced]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0286909.gif)
![Gethsemane [intermediate]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0286973.gif)
![Gethsemane [easy]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0286997.gif)
![Gethsemane [advanced]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0243334.gif)
![Gethsemane [simplified]](/images/productimages/mtd/MN0243335.gif)
