WESTMINSTER ABBEY is a baroque hymn tune frequently associated with the text Christ is Made the Sure Foundation. This contrapuntal arrangement for cello trio blends contemporary styling with baroque ornamentation with a textural emphasis. The melody trades between the three parts in two octaves alongside varying accompaniment patterns. The final two verses state the original harmony in three-part alterations, first in a tight low voicing, and then in an open spread voicing.
While this arrangement is entirely in first position (with extensions), it includes more challenging rhythms and ensemble playing, presenting an entry point to intermediate-difficulty cello parts.
Last modified: June 20, 2026
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