Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee
by John Bacchus Dykes · Easy arrangement · also known as St. Agnes
Rewritten for piano by another musician.
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee
John Bacchus Dykes
Rewritten for piano by another musician.
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About Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee (Easy arrangement)
Piano sheet music for Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee (Easy arrangement) by John Bacchus Dykes, free to view and play along. Grade 2 (Elementary (Grade 2)) piece suitable for students who've completed beginner method books.
"Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee (Easy arrangement)" by John Bacchus Dykes is a grade 2-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 25 seconds. A Grade 2 piece suitable for developing pianists. Introduces chords, accompaniment patterns, and expanded hand positions while remaining accessible. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 1-2 years of experience. John Bacchus Dykes's composition showcases eighth notes and dotted rhythms and key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee is a hymn composed by John Bacchus Dykes. It expresses deep devotion and love for Jesus, inviting worshippers to reflect on His presence.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students who've completed beginner method books
- Pianists comfortable with basic music reading
- Those ready for chords and accompaniment patterns
Skill level: Grade 2
- Level
- Elementary (Grade 2)
- Experience
- 1-2 years
- Length
- 25 seconds
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Hand position shifts
- Basic chord shapes
- Eighth note patterns
- Simple pedaling
- Two-hand coordination
Musical concepts
- Eighth notes and dotted rhythms
- Key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats
- Basic dynamics and crescendo/diminuendo
- Simple phrase shaping
How long it takes
To learn
2-3 weeks with regular practice
Practice time
20-40 minutes daily
To master
4-6 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Identify difficult passages and practice them separately
- Work on smooth hand position transitions
- Pay attention to dynamic markings
- Practice with and without pedal
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