Bio

Based in Ontario, Canada, Emmanuel Songsore is a multi-instrumentalist and composer. He hails from Loho, a small village in the Upper West Region of Ghana. 

According to Emmanuel's parents, he started drumming on tables and showing significant interests in music at an early age. Emmanuel's first formal exposure to music was in his mid-teens, when he enrolled in piano lessons. Emmanuel struggled with piano lessons, often finding them overly restrictive. After a few lessons, he quit and embarked on a journey of discovery, which included attending churches and concerts in order to watch and listen to other musicians. He would often pick nuggets of wisdom from random musicians he met along the way. In the process, he also spent countless hours listening to the radio and mimicking what he heard on piano. Emmanuel attributes his musical development to his parents’ interests in listening to a broad range of musical genres, including world Music, reggae, pop music, traditional afrobeat, classical music, choral music, funk and indigenous music from across the world to name a few.  

Along the way, Emmanuel's friends Ebo Sackey and Kofi 'IamBeatMenace' Boachie-Ansah played a critical role in his development, sharing their knowledge of piano and audio engineering respectively. His knowledge of audio recording further grew when he studied basic audio recording under the late Professor William Anku, a Ghanaian music theorist, ethnomusicologist, composer, and performer.

Emmanuel’s musical approach and expression relies heavily on improvisation and experimentation. He spent his formative years playing in church, where he was exposed to a wealth of styles including traditional Ghanaian/African music, gospel, choral works, contemporary Christian music, reggae among others. His exposure to these varying musical styles helped him develop a strong sense of rhythm and harmony. Philosophically, he views different musical styles as colors, which similar to art, can be combined to paint a beautiful picture.

Emmanuel is consistently immersed in a variety of musical projects, playing roles such as producer, co-writer, arranger, session musician and/or mixing engineer depending on the needs of each project. To date, he has worked with musicians from Australia, Canada (including Indigenous musicians), United Kingdom, France, Nigeria, Jamaica, United States and Ghana. Emmanuel achieves greatest satisfaction when he plays in retirement homes, hospitals and for underpreviledged populations. He has also shared his music with an Indigenous community in Ontario.  

Emmanuel's goal is to share God-inspired instrumental piano music from the depths of his heart. Listeners can expect to hear original neoclassical piano compositions, ambient music, music scores and covers of existing worship songs. His ultimate hope and prayer is that his music brings hope, peace, rest, restoration, healing and wholeness. In addition to his love for music, Emmanuel holds a PhD in Geography and Interdisicplinary Environment and Sustainability. He currently works as a university research administrator.  

Original Albums & EPs

in quietness and trust

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This original album has been sitting on my hard drive for a few years. I finally decided to release it. This is a felt piano album, meaning a felt is placed between the hammers and strings to create a calm and warm sound. Most of the song titles are derived from scriptures on silence and quietness, which fits the minimalistic feel of the music. My
This original album has been sitting on my hard drive for a few years. I finally decided to release it. This is a felt piano album, meaning a felt is placed between the hammers and strings to create a calm and warm sound. Most of the song titles are derived from scriptures on silence and quietness, which fits the minimalistic feel of the music. My hope is that this music will create an atmosphere of rest, peace and quiet.

Blessings!
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    a still small voice 1:48
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    a desolate place 1:32
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    waiting in silence 2:08
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    slow to speak 1:36
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    in quietness and trust 1:55
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    only to be silent 1:48
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    to the unknown 1:52
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Lullaby Baby

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How did this album come about? One afternoon my daughter completely refused to take a nap. I promised her I'd play the piano for her if she'd just lay down on the bed quietly. The track "You are enough" was recorded while noodling around on the piano. Within a few minutes, she was fast asleep.

All along, a dear friend named Renee consistently
How did this album come about? One afternoon my daughter completely refused to take a nap. I promised her I'd play the piano for her if she'd just lay down on the bed quietly. The track "You are enough" was recorded while noodling around on the piano. Within a few minutes, she was fast asleep.

All along, a dear friend named Renee consistently nudged me towards the idea of creating a lullaby album. Her persistence, mixed with the experience of that spontaneous session, made me think, "Why not?" So, here we are with "Lullaby Baby," a bunch of calm and relaxing tunes.

I'm no musical genius, just a parent trying to make life a bit more peaceful. I believe this music will bring relaxation to babies, children, adults and seniors alike.

I hope you enjoy and are blessed by it!

Emmanuel
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    In peace I lie 2:44
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    Sustained 1:48
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    You are enough 1:48
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    Don't you worry 2:21
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    I Will Never Leave You 3:05
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    I will give you rest 2:03
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    Wonderfully made 2:31
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    Sweet Sleep 2:30
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    Fear not 2:11
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    Perfectly knit 2:49
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    A future and a hope 2:46
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    Jesus loves me, this I know 3:18
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Blessed Ambience

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While I have been creating ambient music for several years now, this is my first official release of an original ambient instrumental album. I know the last few years have been extremely difficult for most people. Hence, I created this music with the hope that it will being peace and relaxation and create an atmosphere for prayer and meditation.
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    The Old Has Gone 3:27
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    The New Has Come 2:45
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    A New Creation 2:48
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    Reconcile 2:30
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    Radical Love 3:34
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    Not by Sight 3:45
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    Redeemed 3:06
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Introspection

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Introspection is made up seven original solo piano tunes played on a felt piano. The layer of felt placed between the hammers and strings gives the piano a very soft and delicate sound. I hope this music creates an atmosphere for rest, relaxation and reflection.
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    Introspection 2:20
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    Journey of Life 1:45
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    Take Heart 2:14
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    Overflowing Hope 1:55
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    Still Waters 2:58
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    The Climb 2:41
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    Hiding Place 2:19
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reflections

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This album focuses on the suffering we see along our city streets each day, e.g., panhandling, drug addiction, prostitution, homelessness...etc. It is a call to open our eyes, see the suffering of our neighbors and take action to make their lives better. I hope this music challenges us to reflect on those issues.
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    reflections 2:56
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    into their eyes 2:49
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    justice for the needy 2:53
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    open hands 2:44
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    hear their cry 2:48
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    field of gold 2:12
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Rest

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This is my first attempt at sharing some of my original music. I have a lot of original compositions that have remained hidden for some reason. The ongoing pandemic and chaos around our world makes this album particularly ideal.

Most importantly, I pray that God uses this music to bring you peace and help you during times of prayer and
This is my first attempt at sharing some of my original music. I have a lot of original compositions that have remained hidden for some reason. The ongoing pandemic and chaos around our world makes this album particularly ideal.

Most importantly, I pray that God uses this music to bring you peace and help you during times of prayer and meditation. All the glory goes to JESUS for this.

Emmanuel
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    Refuge 3:41
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    Sustained 4:25
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    Shelter 3:58
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    Satisfied 4:13
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    Fearless 4:21
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    Hope 4:09
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    Peace 4:29
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    Sobriety 4:42
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    Gladness 4:02
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    Fortress 4:04
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    Restored 3:45
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    Rest 3:48
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    Tranquility 3:06
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    Renewed 4:13
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    Purity 3:49
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    Safety 3:56
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    Benevolence 3:37
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    Abiding 3:20
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    Soaring 3:33
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Naaŋmene Waaloŋ (The Fruit of the Spirit)

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This original album is made up of short, mellow and clam musical interpretations of the "Fruit of the Spirit" (Galatians 5:22-23). I hope these song make space for deep reflection on these critical attributes. The tracks are all named in my Indigenous Ghanaian language (Dagaare). I am confident that all problems in our world stem from the lack of
This original album is made up of short, mellow and clam musical interpretations of the "Fruit of the Spirit" (Galatians 5:22-23). I hope these song make space for deep reflection on these critical attributes. The tracks are all named in my Indigenous Ghanaian language (Dagaare). I am confident that all problems in our world stem from the lack of these fruits. Below is the scripture that inspired these compositions:

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

The beautiful album cover image was taken by Scott Aspinall (www.scottaspinall.com)
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    Nɔmmo (Love) 2:05
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    Popɛl (Joy) 1:43
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    Mmaaroŋ (Peace) 1:53
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    Kannyiri (Patience) 2:01
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    Nimbi-Maaroŋ (Kindness) 1:38
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    Sonnoŋ (Goodness) 1:56
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    Sag-Deebo (Faithfulness) 2:11
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    Baaloŋ (Gentleness) 2:20
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    Meŋɛ Taabo (Self-control) 2:00
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    Nɔlaŋ (Agreement) 1:29
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Original Singles

Sweet Sleep

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This hour-long instrumental track is a response to all the confusion, hatred, polarization and noise in our world today. Ultimately, I pray that those who have not found rest and peace will find it through this music. May your sleep and rest be sweet as you listen.
God bless
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Covers Albums

Worship Piano, Vol. 5: Author and Perfecter

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This album is a collection of my interpretations of some very recent and past contemporary worship songs (Tracks 1-13) and a short original piano instrumental (Track 14). Hope it blesses you a brings you peace.
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    Gratitude 5:00
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    Holy Forever 4:13
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    I've Witnessed It 5:04
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    Honey in the Rock 4:14
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    All Sufficient Merit 5:01
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    Same God 5:05
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    Heart and Flesh 4:50
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    King of Calvary 5:29
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    The More I Seek You 5:09
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    I Will Exalt You 5:03
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    Fill Me Up 4:58
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    How He Loves 4:17
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    God I Look to You 4:32
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    Author and Perfecter 2:06
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Worship Piano, Vol. 3: Heart Posture

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This album combines a few covers and original tunes. I hope this music brings you peace, creates a space for reflection and blesses you in any way(s) needed.
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    Nothing Else 5:00
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    Love Note 4:25
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    You're Gonna Be Okay 3:41
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    You Say 3:56
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    No One Ever Cared for Me Like Jesus 5:06
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    While I Wait 4:34
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    God Is Good 4:08
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    Never Alone 2:21
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    Look Up 2:20
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    Heart Posture 2:14
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Worship Piano Volume 1

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I share my solo piano interpretations of ten popular worship songs. I have had countless requests on YouTube to make these recordings available for streaming. These renditions are all new and different from the ones on YouTube.
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    Goodness of God 5:11
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    What a Beautiful Name 5:30
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    The Blessing 7:40
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    Way Maker 6:10
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    Yeshua 6:43
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    Reckless Love 5:38
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    Oceans 5:18
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    Holy Spirit 6:53
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    Is He Worthy? 4:45
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    Let Praises Rise 5:38
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Instrumental Hymns, Vol. 1: Everyday Hymns

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I have always loved Hymns. In this piano and viola instrumental album, I approach 12 hymns with a sensitive and reflective touch. My hope is that this music will help you reflect on the lyrics of these lovely hymns. The album is part of a larger thematic hymn series that will be characterized by several similar instrumental releases. The title
I have always loved Hymns. In this piano and viola instrumental album, I approach 12 hymns with a sensitive and reflective touch. My hope is that this music will help you reflect on the lyrics of these lovely hymns. The album is part of a larger thematic hymn series that will be characterized by several similar instrumental releases. The title "Everyday Hymns" emphasizes the relevance of the lyrics of these hymns for our day-to-day lives.
God bless you.
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    Be Thou My Vision 4:39
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    Abide with Me 5:18
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    Amazing Grace 6:12
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    Holy, Holy, Holy 6:15
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    Blessed Assurance 6:58
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    What a Friend We Have in Jesus 6:31
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    Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus 6:54
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    Softly and Tenderly 5:40
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    I Have Decided to Follow Jesus 4:22
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    Trust and Obey 5:59
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    I Need Thee Every Hour 4:44
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    It Is Well with My Soul 5:03
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The Light Has Come- Christmas Music

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Thanks to all of you who have supported my music journey all these years. Here is some music for you. Please feel free to download it for free or make a donation.

Most importantly, I hope it blesses you.
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    Joy to the World 4:40
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    Away in a Manger 4:51
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    Angels We Have Heard on High 7:14
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    O Holy Night 5:50
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    O Little Town of Bethlehem 5:20
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    Silent Night 6:20
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    What Child is This? 7:50
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    Hark, the Herald Angels Sing 6:20
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    O Come All Ye Faithful 7:02
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    Come Thou Long Expected Jesus 8:06
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Testimonials

Hi. Up till now I was in a very bad space, and it felt I couldn't move out. I found your channel 2 days ago and I was so touched by your ministry. It's reminded me a lot about God's mercies and love for us. This is a ministry that God blessed you with- that he called you to do. Please continue praising God through it, a lot of people will be blessed & saved by it. God bless you and thank you- Lynette

God has blessed you with this wonderful gift of ministry! It has healing powers; and it’s soothing to the soul! Keep using it, keep giving it, keep sharing it, keep loving it!- Rosetta

Brother Emmanuel! I so love your new album WORSHIP PIANO, Volume 1. I love all your music.  This one continues to be my favourite. ❣🙏 Blessings to you!- Torres

This truly blessed my heart. Your music Penetrates your soul. When my soul is thirsty your music waters my soul. I seek  your permission to use them for worship. -Phillipa

I definitely will be downloading!! I listened to your music all the time!! It has blessed my life so much!!!-Leah

Here as the Sabbath began, I was watching, listening, and dozing, when I was so thoroughly awakened by this piano solo. My spirit rejoiced within me and my exhaustion was lifted. I have truly been blessed without any foreknowledge of this song or its lyrics. Although it may sound cliche, there is an anointing on this piano solo. May the anointing of the Most High Yah also rest, rule, and abide with you always, Bro. Emmanuel. -Joe

Brother, your music touches the very depths of my soul as I worship King Jesus. God bless your hands as you use them to minister through music. All the honor and glory to God! If you feel led, the song " The Blood will never lose its power". -Bryan

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!❤❤❤ I am weeping and feel the Presence of God with me!!! 🤗  This is one of my ALL TIME Favourites 💖😇. Thank you soooooo much & God bless you ABUNDANTLY 😇😇😇 -Victory

This was extremely calming and peaceful to listen to......full of God's love. Thank you for sharing this, especially during these difficult times, I look forward to your next musical creation!- Kyle 

Being in lock down and hearing you play such a timely song, truly encourages me and lift my spirit. God is truly working through your playing it sounds really marvelous. Its like for a little while i could of see the angels rejoicing and clapping when you finished play- Charles 

I was moved to tears by this beautiful instrumental. It has clearly blessed a number of people, myself included. I have been looking for an instrumental to use for my church's Easter service worship this year. If it is okay with you, I would love to use this.- Maerin 

The music is sooo soooo nice teary eyes here from Philippines God used your hands for his people..may God blessed u in abondance may God's favor and protection be upon your life ..I can feel while your doing these you Love God you do it sooooo well..I thank God for your life you are a blessing to us..U don't even put an ads breaker in your videos..God will blessed you in abondance because you deserve it son of God..I now your subscriber continue what you have doing for God's people I am blessed to found your channel- Jho 

Your playing is always so relaxing and peaceful- Carole 

I was feeling so down, nothing felt right with me, then I stumbled on this powerful ministration. This particular song makes me appreciate God for who he is and I couldnt have imagined a better version. God bless you man-Kay Hambolu 

The best instrumentals i have heard so far. Great work and God bless you. Its like you singing every word with the keyboard. Brilliant. Kets from Pittsburgh. Looking to learn piano this year.- Ketsia 

I’ve been looking for the perfect song to walk down the aisle with next month and this is it. This is so beautiful!!! You are talented ♥️- Mazizi 

Your playing is amazing. I am deeply inspired. I play your videos every time I am doing my studies. You are so gifted. Keep it up.-Lilian  

Don't know the song, but its still soothing and touching. I can relate with the flow of the music. Nice Cover.-Yayra

Thank you Brother, I am blessed with this piano version and the way you execute is holy, I use this in my office all day, also for my personal devotions in the morning. Thank You! -Anthony

My ministry started using instrumentals for audio-video devotional recordings about two months ago and came across your recordings! I'm glad to have bumped into yours.. we are able to get a peaceful slow and uniform tune perfect for our devotionals.. I've told my media crew members to go to your channel 1st for whatever song we wish to use at any point in time - only that we don't get most of them there, so yes, it's a joy to know you'll be recording more songs come 2022!! One of your fans is Trinity Presbyterian Church Bronx NY & Prayer Watch Temple Ministries media crew! 😃💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽👍🏽👍🏽 We'll remember you in prayers. Keep up the good work! You're blessing many out there than you know! Keep playing solemnly like you do😊☺️, even much better, as the Holy Spirit anoints you more to do His work...!!! God richly bless you!🙏🏽 -Lilly

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“Sing to him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy.”

— Psalm 33:3