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Sonja G. Whitmore

PRAISE ON MY LIPS

About Me


ABOUT SONJA: Sonja is the co-founder and Minister of Music of High Praise Chorale Ensemble. She is best known for writing the song entitled More Abundantly that was initially recorded by Ricky Dillard & New G (New Generation Chorale). More Abundantly appeared on the album, The Promise, which was nominated for a Grammy award and was on the Billboard charts for several weeks. This song became so popular that it was played in television and movie projects and re-recorded by various artists.
Sonja has been blessed to share in ministry with some of the industry's most anointed artists including; Thomas Whitfield & Company, Bishop Walter Hawkins & the Love Center Choir, Edwin Hawkins, The Winans, Ricky Dillard & New G, Rance Allen, The Williams Brothers, D.J. Rodgers, Albertina Walker, David Peaston, Walt Whitman, Kim McFarland, Pastor DeAndré Patterson, Kim Stratton, Lonnie Hunter & the Voices of St. Mark, Annette "Queenie Lenox", Evangelist Dr. Lemmie Battles, Darwin Jackson & Praise Ministry, DeWayne Woods, Darius Brooks, Dr. Charles G. Hayes & the Warriors.
Sonja says, "I am so excited about what God is doing in my life. Someone once said, favor is not fair...its fabulous. In every circumstance in my life, God has been faithful. God has given me favor over what others felt I deserved." "To everyone who is walking in their assignment or still seeking God for His direction for their lives and it seems as if you are at the end of your rope; do not wait until the battle is over, shout now. My brothers and sisters, you keep praising. Your breakthrough, your victory, your joy and peace, is in your praise!"
For those who know of Sonja's song writing ability, the question is often asked, what is she doing with her music? Sonja answers this question with the debut CD entitled PRAISE ON MY LIPS.
ABOUT THE CD: Twin Diamond Springs Productions in association with Bunny Diamond Music announces the debut CD release by Sonja G. Whitmore & The High Praise Chorale Ensemble "Praise On My Lips"
Praise On My Lips is a testament to living the scriptures Psalm 34:1-3, Psalm 63:3-5, and Hebrews 13:15. Sonja G. Whitmore and High Praise Chorale Ensemble (HPCE) affectionately called High Praisin Saints invoke the saints to praise and worship God not only in each victory but, through every trial and circumstance. There is a message in the music for everyone, from the seasoned saint to the new believer. Sonja and HPCE minister the bible in song. Each song is scripture based to encourage the listener to keep their hearts and minds open and receptive to the Word of God. With anointed writing by Sonja, Dwayne L. Barrett, Rev. Kenneth Wright and Tanabe Gatlin, this rich blend of musical excellence contains contemporary, traditional and jazz mixes.
Get your praise on and have a Holy Ghost party with the churchin cuts of PRAISE ON MY LIPS and THE REPRISE: HIGH PRAISIN SAINTS. If you are looking for a high-energy contemporary sound, they hit the mark with LETS JUST PRAISE, I WALK BY FAITH and JUST FOR ME. Calling all liturgical dancers; if you really want to get your David Dance on, PRAISE THE LORD with its calypso feel, is a must for your ministry. Sonja and HPCE did not forget about the traditional gospel music lover. Clap your hands, pat your feet and be encouraged when you hear DON'T LET GO, a soon to be Sunday morning classic. For your quiet times, PRAISES UNTO YOU and CLEAN HEART take you to the Throne Room to not only praise God, but ask Him to prove you for His glory. Sonja and HPCE even have an all around feel good cut featuring the Ensemble (the band) appropriately titled HIGH PRAISE. There is even something for the smooth Christian jazz enthusiast. Sonja and HPCE produce a Ben Tankard/Kirk Whalum flair on THE GREAT I AM and BLESS HE WHO SITS ON THE THRONE.
The vocalists (the Chorale) and the band (the Ensemble) are anointed psalmists and musicians who take us from test to testimony exalting God in all things. Sonja and HPCE invite you to join them as they sing unto Him a new song; and play skillfully with a shout of joy (Psalm 33:3). This powerful ministry of music is indeed Gods divine design.
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Member Since: 6/26/2006
Band Website: http://cdbaby.com/cd/sgwhpce "cdbaby.com/cd/sgwhpce
Band Members: "HIGH PRAISIN' SAINTS"
THE CHORALE Sopranos: Yvette Barrett, Deborah A. Carter, Shirley Fox, Torri Griffin, Sonja D. Smith, Carla Stewart - Altos: Leola Haney, Jewell Haynes, Karlin Nixon, Jamelle Richardson, Christine Robinson, Ann Ross - Tenors: Elder Phinas Alexander, Dwayne L. Barrett, Barbara Blake, Timothy Butler - Baritones: Charles Benson, Deacon Kenneth Nixon, Stanley P. Smith, Anthony J. Whitmore - Additional Vocals: Gus Lacy and Pat Hill
THE ENSEMBLE Wayne Barrett - Lead, Garrett Body - Bass, Anthony Carpenter - Percussion, Tony Cazeau - Keys, Phillip Feaster - Keys, Chris Miskell - Drums - Michael Weatherspoon - Drums, Diante Johnson - MPCE Programming, Christopher McBride - Alto Saxophone, Kevin Nabor - Tenor Saxophone, Milton Ware - Saxophone, John Moore, Jr. - Trumpet, Ken Askin - Trumpet, Keith Jackson - Trombone
Influences: Richard Smallwood with Vision, Pastor Andraé E. Crouch, Bishop Walter Hawkins, The Late Thomas Whitfield, Donald Lawrence and Kirk Whalum.
Sounds Like: Sonja Whitmore, Dwayne Barrett, Rev. Ken Wright & Tanabe Gatlin
Record Label: Twin Diamond Springs Productions
Type of Label: Indie

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PRAISE REPORT

Hi Beloveds, Once again God has granted us favor. The "Praise On My Lips" project is now available in over 2,400 retail stores worldwide. For a list of stores in your state or country, please send me...
Posted by Sonja G. Whitmore on Sat, 19 Aug 2006 08:24:00 PST

Don't Judge...Stand in the Gap!

Hi beloveds, I just wanted to share words of encouragement. We often times find ourselves in the middle of conversations where we end up tearing each other down. Sometimes when we stumble we don't n...
Posted by Sonja G. Whitmore on Tue, 25 Jul 2006 09:34:00 PST