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My custom song journey began with my own wedding

27 years ago, I met my husband and only 7 days later we eloped! We had a wedding 5 months later and I wrote and sang him a song about how we met, and my hope for the future. This remains one of my favorite songs I have ever written.

But really, I guess it began even earlier, when I would write songs for my friends in college. They would ask me to write silly songs for them on the fly. I love how music can bring people closer together.

I think my favorite song during that time was writing a special one to encourage my friend when she was having a rough day. At that moment, I realized just how beautiful and powerful songs could be when they are written for someone you love.

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Your Story To Song Timeline

Step 1

We start with a zoom call where you can tell me all about your vision for a custom song.

During that conversation I can get a feel for your own voice and how you as an individual would normally express what it is you want to say. Some of the best ideas come from conversations.

I feel like forms can inhibit creativity and don’t give opportunity for important things to spark that could have a big influence on the song, allowing us to create something deeply personal to you. (Always authentic, never AI generated.)

Step 2

I start writing this song and if I feel like I need additional input, I will reach out. Once the song is complete, I play it for you on another zoom call.

If I don’t make you cry, we can start over again. Just kidding. But truly, be prepared. It may be pretty emotional!

This is your chance to requests any changes.

The Grand Finale

Your one-of-a kind song will be recorded by me, either in a simple heartfelt vocal and guitar, vocal and piano, or in a studio with a full band, depending on what we decide upon.

It will be delivered to you in a digital file and shared to streaming platforms, so you can share it with friends and family.

Step Into The Listening Room

Valentine

Wedding Song
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The Story: This song was written for my own wedding, and tells the story of how we met, and my love and commitment to our future.

I Want to See That Smile

Song of Hope
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The Story: This song was written for a friend who had experienced a devastating divorce. I wrote it to encourage her and give her hope for what life could look like in the future.

Beautiful

Anthem for Women
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The Story: An uplifting, beautiful anthem I wrote to encourage a friend who was struggling with self-image.

Your Custom Song Experience

Song with vocal + acoustic guitar - $1500

• Professional singer-songwriter recording of an original made-for-you song

• Beautiful digital lyric sheet

• High-Resolution WAV + MP3

(One revision upon request)

Let’s Write Your Masterpiece

Fill out this form to schedule a time for your zoom call.

I only take a limited amount of submissions, so schedule right away.

Make It Even More Memorable

In-Person Performance - $1,800 plus travel expenses

Have your song performed live at the special event that you are presenting your gift. Optional house concert available for an additional fee.

Personalized Lyric Story Video- $500

I will create a custom lyric video for you with a slideshow of your photos and videos to create your own, personalized music video.

Acoustic Performance Video - $350

An acoustic video recording of me serenading you and your loved ones with your song that you can play anytime you like.

Handwritten Lyric Sheet - $100

I write your custom song and sign the lyric sheet, so you can keepsake, or display your one-of-a-kind song!

Physical CD/Keepsake - $75

Have a physical signed copy of your song with a custom cover and lyrics printed on the inside. A great way to keep your memory easily accessible.

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What People Are Saying

I was so immediately blown away by just the brilliance of her writing, the beauty of her voice, and just this incredible talent. I said, “I have to have you on my show!”

-George Louvis - Stuff From The Vault

I love Sarah Beth Watson's heart centered lyrics and music. She is blessed with a naturally beautiful voice and a happy spirit that always lifts me up.

-Jeanne Frost

So beautiful and uplifting, Sarah! What a gift you have to share with the world!

-Lori Lynn - Recording Artist

This gal who happens to be our beloved niece, sings from both her heart and her obvious spiritual connection. Highly recommend her uplifting and inspiring singer/songwriting!!

-Courtney Mitchell

Third time listening. I'm obsessed. Seriously. Why am I tearing up right now?

-Sophia Janzen

Get To Know Sarah Better

Music has always been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started playing violin at a young age because I would sit and listen to classical music on our record player, and it touched me so deeply that I wanted to be a part of that world. I played in orchestra in junior high and high school, was the jazz band vocal soloist in high school, and sang in choir on and off during high school and for a year in college.

The person who inspired me and taught me to sing was my mom, who was an amazing vocal soloist who sang in choirs, symphonies, weddings, and at church.

My senior year of high school, I was asked to lead worship for the junior high group at our church. So I took my $243 of babysitting money, bought myself a guitar, taught myself to play, and a couple of weeks later started leading worship. Since I had always written poetry and loved to express myself through writing, I naturally began writing songs.

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My freshman year of college, I started playing shows and music festivals. When I was 21, in a crazy set of circumstances, I ended up performing for Chris Isaak's entire band. His manager asked if I wanted him to manage me, but I felt like I didn't want to be part of the music industry. I still kept writing and performing through the years, and even made a couple of jingles for commercials. I have taught guitar and voice, played on worship teams, sang at conferences, weddings, led music for a Christian youth camp, and performed at special events.

The desire to share music has never left me. It has been a source of confusion and sadness for me over the years, not knowing exactly how to share my gift with people. So, about eight years ago, I started playing music live on Facebook regularly. It was amazing to get to play for people and have this intimate way of sharing music, even though it was online. Hearing how much my music touched those people was so fulfilling! But I have fought an autoimmune disorder for the last 23 years, and it became difficult for me to continue playing daily.

Now that I have healed dramatically, I'm able to hold and play my guitar and sing again, and I'm ready to get back out there and share music with the world. I love to write songs about people and to use my music to help people say the things they feel through music. To express, in a poetic way, something deeply personal to them.

So, I have decided to begin recording and releasing all of the music I have written over the years, and begin taking commissions for custom songs. Helping me are my son, who is now an accomplished musician on multiple instruments and a music producer; my daughter-in-law, who is a brilliant cinematic-style music composer on piano; and other talented musicians.

I want to share the gift God has given me to write deeply personal, moving music to bless others.

Let’s Start Creating Your Special Song!