“I knew I was supposed to do this but nothing beyond that.”
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More than a campfire sing-along, the experience solidified the participants’ confidence as disciples of Jesus Christ.
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The Times featured the Choir for presenting "Music & the Spoken Word" for 5,000 weeks straight since 1929.
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“We love you, we thank you, and we need you,” the Apostle told the cast and crew. “Don’t ever for a minute think that you are not appreciated.”
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Alice Warner Johnson wrote the hymn while declining from a progressive form of multiple sclerosis.
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“Music & the Spoken Word” is the longest continuously running network broadcast in history.
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This hymn has become a favorite among the Third Baptist Church choir in San Francisco.
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For a hymn centered on joy, the lyrics originate from a surprising place.
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The composer based the song on a turning point in her experiences with anxiety.
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The growing catalog has now reached 48 new songs.
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“Each hymn has been approved by the First Presidency and the Twelve, and these approvals have not been taken lightly,” Elder Renlund says.
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The update includes “accompanist mode” on sheet music for pianists and organists.
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After heart problems ended his proselyting mission, Elder Logan Castleton prayed for inspiration on what to do next.
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Enjoy free, family-friendly concerts near Temple Square this summer.
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“I jumped at the chance,” singer Alex Sharpe said.
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A Hawaiian student danced hula in a moving tribute to survivors of the 2023 wildfires in Lahaina, Maui.
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Iam Tongi says it is a dream come true to contribute to this story about families.
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Disney star Adassa joined BYU Noteworthy for a soaring rendition of the hymn.
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Find out more about 3 new Easter-specific hymns.
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In the first year the Sugar Creek Youth Orchestra was created, a total of 18 youth participated.
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A pianist and opera coach at the Met, Debbie Robertson has left quite an impression on her colleagues.
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The musical will feature Christ’s visit to the Americas found in 3rd Nephi.
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Singing the third verse would create a beautiful, touching moment at a funeral.
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Do you recognize any of these songs?
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Understanding this powerful Hebrew word may deepen your appreciation for the hymn.
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You don’t want to miss the joy in President Nelson’s face as he plays.
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“Are we joining together to praise our God and King no matter the quality of our voices?” —Elder Patrick Kearon
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Iam Tongi’s powerful version of the hymn also features a choir of 100 children.
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This weekend will be the 22nd “Luz de las Naciones,” a celebration of Latin American culture hosted by the Church.
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This is an exciting time in the history of Church music, and we all can incorporate these new hymns to come closer to Christ.
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Let this creative, beautiful song about the Book of Mormon lift your heart to a higher place.
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This fatherly advice has been a guiding light for Jenny Oaks Baker long past high school, helping her navigate crucial life decisions.
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Performances will be held in the Conference Center on December 19, 20, and 21. The online ticket sign-up form will open on October 15.
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This UK YouTuber's reaction will make your day.
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One of the most touching moments of general conference on Saturday was during the children’s choir performance of “Gethsemane.”
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In just four lines, this song teaches essential gospel truths.
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Here are a few simple ways to help kids feel engaged and involved in our local meetings.
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In new sheet music provided by the Church, two scriptures are listed at the top—and an inspiring scriptural insight is provided at the bottom.
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The #1 album on the iTunes Christian chart—and #9 in the world—is Latter-day Saint Emma Nissen’s debut album, Love Like You.
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Kobin's summer was off to a boring start as he recovered from brain surgery. But music, and the help of a generous neighbor, turned it all around.
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You'll find it hard to stop listening to Emma Nissen's take on this hymn.
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“I’m kind of nervous—it’s a beautiful song,” he shared with the audience before performing the Primary song.
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The new host for “Music & the Spoken Word” says the calling came as a “complete shock and surprise,” but he trusts in the Lord’s timing.
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Singer Brandon Pak found newfound peace coming back to church after years away. Read his story and hopeful advice for supporting loved ones who leave.
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For how well-loved this famous hymn is, many people don’t know these inspiring, interesting facts about its history.
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The Church needs music that is of or near professional quality to use in Mormon Messages and other Church videos and on Mormon Channel Radio.
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From a young age, Lyndsi Houskeeper has found faith and healing through music. As a cancer survivor, mother of three and recording artist, Houskeeper has kept her faith to bring her messages of hope and inspiration to young and old alike. "My life experiences and trials have greatly inspired my music. I have been very blessed...that through the love of my Heavenly Father, and the cherished blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ, I am a cancer survivor," Houskeeper said, whose CD "Arise and Shine" was recently released.
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The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Orchestra at Temple Square joined the state of Arizona in celebrating 100 years of statehood. The choir’s performances on 10-11 February 2012 in the U.S. Airways Center marked the first time the 360-voice group sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has presented a concert in Arizona in more than 40 years.
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Amy Gerhartz isn’t really a new artist—you just haven’t heard of her yet. Back in 2006, a blogger claimed that Amy Gerthartz was a gem who was “making everyone in NYC feel stupid for not having heard of her earlier.” Gerhartz’s music has been described as everything from country to rock to soul, but to herself, she’s just a singer/songwriter without the limits imposed by a specific genre. “I really like the term singer/songwriter because of the fact that it allows me to be able to touch on a bunch of different categories. I love writing all different types of music,” Gerhartz says. “If I wrote the same thing every day, I’d drive myself crazy.”
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More than 115 members of the Portland Ensign Choir performed the national anthem at the Rose Garden Arena for the Portland Trail Blazers game against the Sacramento Kings on Jan. 23. The choir, many of whom are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was accompanied on trumpet by Brett Randolph and was one of the largest groups to have ever sung the anthem in Trail Blazer history.
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