The Praise & Worship Songs of Richard Smallwood With Vision

by Richard Smallwood

Overview

Richard Smallwood brings an air of sophistication to every project. He has created some of the most complex yet memorable gospel pieces of his generation. THE PRAISE & WORSHIP SONGS OF RICHARD SMALLWOOD features a mix of live and studio recordings, though 11 out of the 16 tracks are live. The music on this "best of" album is a combination of different gospel styles, from Baptist choir music to modern R&B to classically influenced works (the orchestral prelude "Procession of the Levites [Orchestral Prelude]" is the most obvious example of the latter). However, the somber hymnal "Psalm 8" also draws from European liturgical music. Despite the variety of styles presented, THE PRAISE & WORSHIP SONGS is easily recognized as gospel music, and each track celebrates Jesus Christ through soaring choir melodies and inspired lyrics of praise. Highlights include the rapturous "Holy Thou Art God" and the euphoric "The Highest Praise," both of which are performed in the Baptist tradition.

Product Details

Release Date:	10/21/2003
Label:	Verity
UPC:	0828765371025

Tracks

1. Procession of the Levities (Orchestral Prelude)
2. Anthem of Praise
3. Angels
4. I Love the Lord
5. Center of My Joy
6. Bless the Lord
7. Holy Thou Art God
8. Holy Thou Art God (Reprise)
9. My Everything (Praise Waiteth)
10. My Everything (Praise Waiteth) (Reprise)
11. God Is Waiting
12. Glorify the Lord
13. The Highest Praise
14. Psalm 8
15. Thank You
16. Total Praise

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Richard Smallwood   Primary Artist

Technical Credits

Richard Smallwood   Audio Production,Composer,Producer
Greg Nelson   Producer
Chaz Harper   Remastering
Chris Haggerty   Editing
Marc Norberg   Photography
Dan Cleary   Producer
Steven Ford   Producer
Bill Gaither   Composer
Gloria Gaither   Composer
Nick Gamma   Design,Art Direction