The fourth and final performance of The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square’s “Songs of Hope” tour stop in São Paulo, Brazil, on Sunday, March 1, celebrated faith and hope as the musicians testified of the Savior, Jesus Christ.
Elder Ulisses Soares of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles welcomed those attending in the filled Ginásio do Ibirapuera arena, testifying of Jesus Christ as “the true source of inspiration and hope.” ...
The musical devotional Sunday featured singer Nathan Pacheco and a quartet of Beatriz Marmelo, Gabrielly Lourenço, João Daniel, and Nicole Luz, all members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Also, children shared a story from the Book of Mormon about Jesus Christ visiting the Americas, with a chorus of about 200 more children joining them.
Guest harpist and native Brazilian Lethicia Caravello joined the orchestra during a medley of Primary songs—surprising her parents, Elder and Sister Soares. They were emotional as Caravello gave them a hug. ...
Singing Primary Songs
It’s been more than 11 years since Caravello last visited Brazil. She now lives in the United States, is the principal harpist with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is a married mother of two children. She also plays for other symphonies and orchestras and teaches music.
Caravello played the harp as the choir and orchestra performed a medley of “My Heavenly Father Loves Me” and “A Child’s Prayer.”
Before sharing the names of her parents, she told of how they encouraged her to play an instrument “even though I wasn’t too studious at the time.” When she decided she wanted to play the harp, it took time and effort to find access to an instrument and lessons. They also supported her in other ways, including late-night practices and having a vehicle large enough to transport a harp.
Visit the Church News to read more about the Tabernacle Choir’s performances in Brazil.
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