All Is Well (arr. Michael Barrett) (Praise Band): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Michael W. Smith / Arranged by Michael Barrett
Item: 35-PK00477581
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A modern classic, this contemporary song combines a beautiful theme with words of assurance and comfort. Affirming the promises of God's peace and protection, the text is a favorite of many, and the music is soothing and reassuring. Remind your people of this treasured hymn and its message of hope and grace. Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, hn 1-2, perc 1-3, rhy, vn 1-2, va, vc, kybd) available as a digital download. Parts for Praise Band (perc 1-3, rhy, kybd) also available as a digital download.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00477581
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About the Artist: Michael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith has shaped contemporary Christian music for over four decades, moving fluidly between pop sensibility and spiritual depth. His songwriting combines accessible melodies with meaningful theology, making his work a staple in worship settings across denominations and performance contexts.
Why we love this
Barrett's arrangement respects the song's meditative core while giving you genuine instrumental colors to work with. The flexibility to program either the full orchestral version or the praise band configuration makes this adaptable to your ensemble's actual resources, rather than forcing you to cut parts or rethink the whole thing.
What to expect
Gentle and grounding. The music unfolds with a calm certainty, never rushing, never demanding more energy than the text can carry. There's comfort in the simplicity of the melody, yet something more complex happening underneath, like a conversation that sounds natural but was carefully constructed.
Who it's for
Worship leaders, church musicians, and praise band directors looking for a contemporary piece with depth and accessibility. This works equally well in a full concert setting with orchestra or in a smaller praise band context where resources are limited.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal line so the text remains the anchor; the accompaniment, whether orchestral or praise band, should support without competing for attention.
- Shape the dynamic arc carefully through the piece, allowing small crescendos to punctuate key theological phrases rather than building one long climax.
- If performing with the praise band core (percussion, rhythm section, keyboard), let the rhythm section lock in the foundation while keyboard fills space that orchestral colors would have occupied.
- Encourage singers to find the conversational, almost intimate quality in the melody; this is about assurance spoken directly to the listener, not proclamation from a distance.
How to use it
Anchor an Advent or Christmas service with this piece, or program it earlier in the year as a moment of congregational comfort and reassurance. It pairs well alongside other contemporary songs in worship contexts, and it's short enough to work as either a standalone feature or part of a larger suite of sacred music.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing vocal melody with instrumental accompaniment at varying densities
- Sustaining legato phrasing across phrase boundaries
- Interpreting dynamic and expressive choices in contemporary sacred music
- Ensemble coordination in both orchestral and praise band configurations