Michael W. Smith to Begin "Celebrate Christmas" Tour This December: Tour Dates, Set Lists, and More! [VIDEO]

Christian music veteran Michael W. Smith just announced his annual Christmas tour titled "Celebrate Christmas" and has decided to include American Idol contestant Angie Miller on all of the tour dates. The tour will go for 10 dates in 10 different cities, and several of the cities will include an 18 piece string section.

Smith talked to his PR Firm MergPR about the upcoming tour. He said, "Anyone who knows me knows how much I love Christmas, so I always look forward to touring at Christmas. Having Angie Miller out with us will be a lot of fun. In addition to an incredible voice - she brings an excitement and enthusiasm to the shows that I think will be energized - Christmas is special. It deserves to be celebrated and that's what we plan on doing!"

Angie Miller also released a press statement saying, "I have looked up to Michael forever and have been singing his songs in church my whole life. I am incredibly honored to be on this tour with him now!"

Smith will play a couple of the shows by himself, a couple with a full band, and then the last few with a full orchestra.

Take a look at some of Smith's past performances and make sure you catch his Christmas special this year!