When I Say I Do: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Item: 00-PS-0015500
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Description
Immensely popular songs like "10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)" (Matt Redman), "Blessings" (Laura Story), "Let the Church Say Amen" (Andraé Crouch), plus dozens more make this collection of more than 300 pages of sheet music a must-own item for music makers and worship leaders. Containing 46 contemporary Christian hits, beloved worship songs, and gospel standouts, this is an exciting assortment unmatched in any other songbook. The piano arrangements are modeled after familiar recorded versions of the songs, including complete lyrics and melodies, along with basic chord fingering grids for optional guitar accompaniment. Titles: 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) (Matt Redman) * Above All (Michael W. Smith) * Alive (Mary Magdalene) (Natalie Grant) * All This Time (Britt Nicole) * Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) (Chris Tomlin) * Better Than a Hallelujah (Amy Grant) * Blessings (Laura Story) * Busted Heart (Hold On to Me) (For King and Country) * Carry Me to the Cross (Kutless) * Christ Is Risen (Matt Maher) * Cinderella (Steven Curtis Chapman) * City on Our Knees (tobyMac) * Courageous (Casting Crowns) * Dependence (Jamie Slocum) * Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me) (Casting Crowns) * Held (Natalie Grant) * Hold Me (Jamie Grace featuring tobyMac) * How Beautiful (Twila Paris) * How Great Is Our God (Chris Tomlin) * How He Loves (David Crowder Band) * I Can Only Imagine (MercyMe) * I Lift My Hands (Chris Tomlin) * I Will Be Here (Steven Curtis Chapman) * I Will Rise (Chris Tomlin) * I'm With You (Ruth & Naomi) (Nichole Nordeman and Amy Grant) * In Christ Alone (Newsboys) * In My Arms (Plumb) * Lead Me (Sanctus Real) * Learning to Be the Light (NewWorldSon) * Let the Church Say Amen (Andraé Crouch) * Mighty to Save (Hillsong) * Oh Happy Day (Edwin Hawkins) * Only Hope (Mandy Moore) * Overcome (Jeremy Camp) * The Prayer (Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli) * Revelation Song (Kari Jobe) * Shout to the Lord (Darlene Zschech) * Strong Enough (Matthew West) * Stronger (Mandisa) * Untitled Hymn (Come to Jesus) (Chris Rice) * Via Dolorosa (Sandi Patti) * We Are (Kari Jobe) * What a Savior (Laura Story) * When I Say I Do (Matthew West) * You Raise Me Up (Selah) * Your Great Name (Natalie Grant).
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
320
SKU:
00-PS-0015500
More about this title
About the Composer: Matthew West
Matthew West is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and composer who has become one of the most prolific voices in contemporary Christian music. His work spans worship songs, narrative-driven singles, and collaborative arrangements that connect deeply with modern audiences seeking authenticity and spiritual resonance in their music.
Why we love this
This collection brings together 46 of the most recognizable contemporary Christian and gospel songs in one comprehensive resource, eliminating the need to hunt for individual sheets. The piano voicings are arranged to honor the recorded versions singers and congregations know, making it immediately singable for worship leaders and pianists working in real time.
What to expect
Intimate and affirming, this collection spans the emotional range of contemporary worship: joyful celebration, tender introspection, and declarations of faith. The arrangements honor both the singability of these songs and their recorded identities, creating a musical bridge between studio recordings and live performance.
Who it's for
Worship leaders, church pianists, and music directors seeking reliable sheet music for songs already familiar to their congregations. Solo singers preparing for recitals or worship services will also find this collection invaluable for accessing melodies and accompaniments in one place.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the recorded versions of unfamiliar titles before rehearsal; the piano voicings track these arrangements closely, so listening first accelerates learning.
- Balance the keyboard part with the vocal line rather than doubling it throughout; many of these songs benefit from a lighter accompaniment that supports without overwhelming the melody.
- Use the chord grids as a springboard for optional guitar doubling, but test whether adding strings or electric guitar strengthens or clutters the harmonic space in your room.
- Adjust tempo based on your vocalist's comfort and the acoustic environment; these contemporary songs often work well slightly slower than the studio versions when sung in smaller worship settings.
How to use it
Draw from this collection to program worship services, special music for church events, or supplementary repertoire for worship team rehearsals. The breadth of styles and tempos means you can shape an entire service musically or select specific titles that align with seasonal themes or scriptural focus.
Skills your students will build
- Reading chord progressions and translating guitar chord grids to keyboard voicings
- Accompanying singers with sensitive, rhythmically aligned piano parts
- Balancing melody and accompaniment when sight-reading unfamiliar contemporary songs
- Adapting recorded arrangements to fit different vocal ranges and acoustic settings