Glory

Glory

Recorded with a 65-piece orchestra at London's prestigious AIR Studios (Andrew Lloyd Webber, Peter Gabriel, 'Pirates of the Caribbean', 'The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader'), Glory was arranged by Smith's longtime friend David Hamilton and features a moving collection of original music. Included on the album, produced by Smith, are 'Glory - The Overture,' 'The Patriot,' 'Heroes,' 'Whitaker's Wonder,' 'Redemption,' 'Atonement,' 'The Romance,' 'The Tribute' and a larger-than-life symphonic version of 'Agnus Dei.'

Smith comments, "I've said many times that Freedom is my favourite record, so I'm very excited to be releasing my second instrumental record. I think the people that enjoyed Freedom will love this one; and I actually think some of the unique musical twists this project is taking will open it up to a whole new audience as well."

On the inspiration for Glory, Smith notes, "When I work with an orchestra I feel like I'm in my element. I often think of the film 'Chariots of Fire' and the famous quote by the film's hero Eric Liddell. He says, 'when I run I feel His pleasure.' This statement encompasses my experience when I work on instrumental music. When I'm able to see sweeping melodies and epic, cinematic songs come to fruition, it's like I am offering a prayer to our Father in Heaven."

Track Listing:
1. Glory Overture
2. The Patriot
3. Whitaker's Wonder
4. Heroes
5. Joy Follows Suffering
6. This War
7. Atonement
8. Redemption
9. The Romance
10. Soundtrack To My Life
11. Forever
12. Tribute/Agnus Dei