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Michael Whitaker Smith is an American musician, who has charted in both contemporary Christian and mainstream charts. His biggest success in mainstream music was in 1991 when "Place in this World" hit No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Over the course of his career, he has sold more than 18 million albums.
Smith is a three-time Grammy Award winner, an American Music Award recipient, and has earned 45 Dove Awards.[In 1999, ASCAP awarded him with the "Golden Note" Award for lifetime achievement in songwriting,[6] and in 2014 they honored him as the "cornerstone of Christian music" for his significant influence on the genre. He also has recorded 31 No. 1 Hit songs, fourteen gold albums, and five platinum albums.
Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media
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Michael W. Smith : Sing Noel, Sing Hallelujah From the Michael W. Smith It's a Wonderful Christmas album, this majestic song is a jubilant expression of the season that will fill your concert hall or sanctuary with joy and celebration. A superb choice for concert, church and community performances! Available separately: SATB, SSA, Handbell Parts (5 parts per pack), ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, tpt 1-3, hn, tbn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc, handbells, pno (or organ), vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:40. Michael W. Smith : Hosanna Uses: Palm Sunday Scripture: Matthew 21:9 The triumphal entry is gloriously displayed utilizing both traditional and contemporary songs in this festive offering. Written in an almost pop-opera style, this arrangement offers the best of something old and something new, mixing two diverse styles effortlessly with a sense of drama appropriate to the Palm Sunday observance. StudioTrax CD is 3 tracks - Accompaniment, Split, Full Performance. Ed Lojeski : Christmas Day Snow-covered rooftops, lights on the trees, sounds of carolers, families together... these are some of the many joys of Christmas celebrated in Michael W. Smith's 2007 song, recently reissued in a new duet with Jennifer Nettles, of Sugarland, which adapts beautifully to chorus. You will love performing this in your holiday concerts! John Leavitt : Christmas Angels Celebrate the joy and exultation of the Christmas angels in this very singable setting of the Michael W. Smith song from his It's a Wonderful Christmas album. Quoting snippets of Joy to the World and including thrilling harmonic lifts, this buoyant work will fill your performance space with an abundance of seasonal spirit! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:00. John Purifoy : Gloria Michael W. Smith's Christmas classic pairs Angels We Have Heard on High with a wonderfully original treatment of the angels' message, Gloria in Excelsis Deo! Beginning quietly with the Gloria lyrics, this fully orchestrated choral setting grows into an exuberant anthem of joy and praise for the newborn king! Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.Available separately: SATB, SAB, ChoirTrax CD and Instrumental ePak (Score and Parts for Flute, Oboe, Trumpet 1, 2 & 3, Trombone 1 & 2, Violin 1 & 2, Viola, Cello, Bass) Roger Emerson : Seed to Sow Hot African drums, antiphonal effects, and great lyrics are showcased in this song from Michael W. Smith's popular Go West Young Man album. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 5:00. Roger Emerson : Friends Friends are friends forever-This beautifully expressive ballad by Michael W. Smith is a perennial favorite of many choirs. |
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Uses: Holy Week, Lent, Communion Scripture: John 1:29; I Corinthians 5:7 A modern sacred classic by contemporary Christian artist Michael W. Smith is touched with arranging excellence in this offering for Holy Week or anytime. Elegant fluid part-writing and a supportive keyboard part characterizes this beautiful selection. Includes Sop. Sax part and substitute C instrument part.
Arranger: Lloyd Larson | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith's popular praise chorus is given a well-crafted choral treatment from Benjamin Harlan. With a superb piano accompaniment to support the heartfelt words and music, this anthem is great for choirs, ensembles and/or praise teams.
Arranger: Benjamin Harlan | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Uses: General, Call to Worship, Youth Choir, Praise Team Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4; Psalm 96:1-9 From Michael W. Smith's album Sovereign, this powerful call to worship proclaims that our Savior is worthy of all of our praise. Well-crafted vocal lines and a strong accompaniment combine to make this anthem work in a variety of services. Score and Parts (rhythm, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
Arranger: Marty Hamby | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Uses: Advent, Christmas, Youth Choir Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24; Luke 1:46-55; Luke 2:1-7 This splendid anthem from Michael W. Smith's Christmas album has all the makings of a holiday classic, capturing the deep emotion felt on the journey to Bethlehem. Smartly arranged for choir, the expressive melody and meaningful text are beautifully joined to create a truly memorable moment in any concert or worship service. Score and Parts (hn 1-2, perc, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
Arranger: Heather Sorenson | Composer: Wes King Performed By: Michael W. Smith
This majestic anthem from Michael W. Smith's Christmas album proclaims the wonder of the gift of the baby boy, the Son of God: All creation sing His praises, Earth and heaven praise His name, All who live come join the chorus, Find the words, His love proclaim. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, BonusTrax CD and Instrumental ePak. Instrumentation: Flute, Oboe, Trumpet 1 & 2, F Horn, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Timpani, Violin 1 & 2, Viola, Cello and Bass.
Arranger: John Purifoy Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Celebrate the joy and exultation of the Christmas angels in this very singable setting of the Michael W. Smith song from his It's a Wonderful Christmas album. Quoting snippets of Joy to the World and including thrilling harmonic lifts, this buoyant work will fill your performance space with an abundance of seasonal spirit! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: John Leavitt Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Snow-covered rooftops, lights on the trees, sounds of carolers, families together... these are some of the many joys of Christmas celebrated in Michael W. Smith's 2007 song, recently reissued in a new duet with Jennifer Nettles, of Sugarland, which adapts beautifully to chorus. You will love performing this in your holiday concerts!
Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
The majesty and joy of Christmas resounds in this festive work by Michael W. Smith and arranged for treble choir, soloist and brass. An ideal concert opener or finale! Brass parts available digitally (tpt 1, tpt 2, hn, tbn, tba). Durataion: ca. 2:45.
Arranger: Martin Ellis Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Christmastime is a modern Christmas carol that has quickly become part of the standard holiday songbook. Dancing joyfully between a neoclassical vibe and a light jazz pop idiom, this piece pushes all the right buttons for a happy holiday moment in your concerts or worship services. The text celebrates bells and the inclusion of Ding Dong! Merrily on High adds a special sparkle. Present with piano only or full orchestra, or with the optional handbell part to open this anthem to even more possibilities! Yes! Score and Parts (fl 1-2/pic, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn, timp, perc, chm, glock, harpsi/syn, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Part for Handbells (3-5 oct.) also available as a digital download.
Arranger: Michael W. Smith | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Christmastime is a modern Christmas carol that has quickly become part of the standard holiday songbook. Dancing joyfully between a neoclassical vibe and a light jazz pop idiom, this piece pushes all the right buttons for a happy holiday moment in your concerts or worship services. The text celebrates bells and the inclusion of Ding Dong! Merrily on High adds a special sparkle. Present with piano only or full orchestra, or with the optional handbell part to open this anthem to even more possibilities! Yes! Score and Parts (fl 1-2/pic, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn, timp, perc, chm, glock, harpsi/syn, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Part for Handbells (3-5 oct.) also available as a digital download.
Arranger: Joseph Martin | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Uses: Christmas, Christmas Eve, Youth Scripture: Luke 2:13 Sparkling with an almost classical distinctive, this a cappella choral is a wonderful up-tempo moment for your Christmas program. From the first rhythmic gestures of the theme to the engaging polyphonic transitions, audiences will thrill at the energy and drive of this contemporary classic. Add the optional handbells for a truly festive touch. A great opener!
Arranger: Heather Sorenson Performed By: Michael W. Smith
A beautifully expressive ballad by Michael W. Smith. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD.
Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith's Christmas classic pairs Angels We Have Heard on High with a wonderfully original treatment of the angels' message, Gloria in Excelsis Deo! Beginning quietly with the Gloria lyrics, this fully orchestrated choral setting grows into an exuberant anthem of joy and praise for the newborn king! Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.Available separately: SATB, SAB, ChoirTrax CD and Instrumental ePak (Score and Parts for Flute, Oboe, Trumpet 1, 2 & 3, Trombone 1 & 2, Violin 1 & 2, Viola, Cello, Bass)
Arranger: John Purifoy Performed By: Michael W. Smith
The plea for God to have mercy on our lives can be heard in this lovely interpretation by David Giardiniere. The harmonies are lush, yet easy to find, and the very choral nature of this song will have the attention of your choir and congregation. Available separately: SATB, ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, tpt, hn, tbn 1-2, rhythm, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a CD-ROM and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 4:20.
Arranger: David Giardiniere | Composer: Steve Merkel Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Hot African drums, antiphonal effects, and great lyrics are showcased in this song from Michael W. Smith's popular Go West Young Man album. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 5:00.
Arranger: Roger Emerson Performed By: Michael W. Smith
From the Michael W. Smith It's a Wonderful Christmas album, this majestic song is a jubilant expression of the season that will fill your concert hall or sanctuary with joy and celebration. A superb choice for concert, church and community performances! Available separately: SATB, SSA, Handbell Parts (5 parts per pack), ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, tpt 1-3, hn, tbn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc, handbells, pno (or organ), vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:40.
Arranger: Keith Christopher | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Uses: General, Praise Team, Youth Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:4; Exodus 15:11; Zephaniah 3:14-17 This is a delightful change of pace from the usual contemporary fare. Up tempo and filled with life, this bright dance of praise has a theatrical African vibe. Infuse your service with a cheerful spirit and include the children on the final chorus for a festive impact.
Arranger: David Angerman | Composer: Michael W. Smith Performed By: Michael W. Smith
Uses: General, Youth Choir, Praise Team Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8; Romans 8:31-39 From Michael W. Smith comes this power ballad which reminds us of God's promise to never leave us. Proclaiming that nothing can separate us from His love, this anthem will be effective in a variety of services throughout the year. Score and Parts (rhythm, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
Arranger: Harold Ross | Composer: Seth Mosley Performed By: Michael W. Smith
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