As a composer, Michael has experience writing for both vocal/choral and instrumental forces. His dissertation composition entitled A Time and Season features baritone solo, choir, and orchestra and is based on the biblical book of Ecclesiastes. The piece was premiered by the University of Houston Chamber Orchestra with the St. Cecilia Singers. In addition to his concert pieces, Michael has composed sacred instrumental and vocal works and is published by Beckenhorst Press, Lorenz Inc., and Jantz Music.
Michael serves as chairman of the music department at International Baptist College and Seminary in Chandler, AZ, where he teaches classes in music theory and conducting. He also ministers as church pianist for Tri-City Baptist Church in Chandler, AZ, where he accompanies worship and writes music for a congregation of over 500.
Michael actively composes hymns and choruses for congregational worship. His songs have been sung across the U.S. and in Europe. Visit www.michaelsbryson.com to download sheet music and view the permission of use.
Michael has been named to “Who’s Who Among American Teachers” and is a member Pi Kappa Lambda, the National Music Honor Society. He also holds memberships in ASCAP. Many of Michael’s hymns and congregational songs are listed with CCLI.
He lives in Gilbert, Arizona, with his wife Marea and their children, Lucas, Hayleigh, and Ian.
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