''Imagination'' is the second

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released by

Bethany Dillon Bethany Barnard ( ''née'' Dillon; born September 22, 1988) is a Contemporary Christian music artist. Her self-titled 2004 debut album was the highest selling female solo debut for that year, and attracted Gospel Music Association nominations ...

. It was released on August 16, 2005.

Critical reception

Timothy Yap of ''Hallels'' writes, "''Imagination'' is the then 16 year-old's sophomore album that takes a step closer to CCM than her self-titled debut. Imagination is an optimistic, thoughtful album, full of interesting melodies and interwoven with string arrangements and heartfelt lyrics. This album is half energetic worship service, half quiet solitary confession." '' Crosswalk'' touches on the album during an interview with Dillon and remarks, "Based on the artistic growth evident on ''Imagination'', it's clear Bethany's commitment to being open is paying off. Simply put, this second album is a sophomore jump."

Track listing

*Track information and credits verified from the album's liner notes.

Personnel

* Bethany Dillon – vocals, acoustic guitar (1-5, 7-11), backing vocals (3, 5, 9, 10), electric guitars (6) * Ian Fitchuk – keyboards (1-5) * Gabe Scott –

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(4),

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(4),

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(10) * Jeff Roach – keyboards (6-10) *

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– electric guitars (1, 3, 6-10),

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(1, 5, 9),

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(2), backing vocals (2, 4, 7, 10), bass (11) * Adam Lester – electric guitars (2) * Craig Young – bass (1-5, 7-10),

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(6) * Josh Robinson – drums (1-5, 10), percussion (2, 4, 10) * Dan Needham – drums (6-10), percussion (10) * John Catchings – cello (11) *

Matt Wertz Matthew Stewart Wertz (born February 17, 1979) is an American singer-songwriter. Originally from Liberty, Missouri, as of 2014 he lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Life and career Born and raised a Christian in Liberty, Missouri, Wertz's interest ...

– backing vocals (8) Production * Brad O'Donnell – executive producer * Ed Cash – producer, recording, mixing *

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– mastering at Gateway Mastering (Portland, Maine) * Jan Cook – creative director * Alexis Goodman – art direction, package design, illustration * Robert Deutschman – photography * Megan Thompson – hair, make-up * Shannan Shepherd – wardrobe stylist * Proper Management – management

References

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