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Music & the Spoken Word

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Faith
Tabernacle Choir
Jesus Christ
God
Music and the Spoken Word
Love
Christmas
Music
Prayer
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Hope
Personal Growth
Pioneer Spirit
Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra At Temple Square
Russell Marion Nelson
Temple Square
Family
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra At Temple Square
Community
Peace

For nearly a century, Music & the Spoken Word has broadcast messages of hope and inspiration alongside the beautiful music of the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. The show offers uplifting messages each week, and will occasionally include the stories of those behind the scenes who contribute to the overall beauty of the whole.

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With all thy getting, get understanding. – Proverbs 4:7

This broadcast officially aired Sunday June 7th, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5047.

Friends at first are friends again at last.

This broadcast officially aired Sunday May 31st, 2026, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast number: 5046.

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Craig Butler
Teleprompter operator for Music and the Spoken Word
Music & the Spoken Word / Tabernacle Choir
Episode: Behind the Scenes: Craig Butler & Nathan K. Wright on the Teleprompter Support Team
Nathan Wright
Teleprompter operator for Music and the Spoken Word
Music & the Spoken Word / Tabernacle Choir
Episode: Behind the Scenes: Craig Butler & Nathan K. Wright on the Teleprompter Support Team
Derek Porter
The Spoken Word performer featured in this episode
Temple Square/Church presentation
Episode: April 5th 2026 Broadcast
Amos C. Brown
Pastor Emeritus of the Third Baptist Church of San Francisco
Third Baptist Church of San Francisco
Episode: Behind the Scenes in Brazil: Dr. Amos C. Brown
Brigham Young University Singers
Special guest choir
Brigham Young University
Episode: March 22nd 2026 Broadcast
Daniel Hyde
Director of Music at King's College, Cambridge, England
King's College, Cambridge
Episode: February 1st 2026 Broadcast
Richard Elliott
Organist
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square
Episode: February 1st 2026 Broadcast
Derek Poulter
The Spoken Word Contributor
Episode: February 1st 2026 Broadcast
The King's Singers
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Episode: October 12th, 2025 Broadcast

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Behind the Scenes: Mack Wilberg & Ryan Murphy on the Choir's First Album in Seven Years
Q: Ryan, why focus on reflection and devotion for this album now, and how does the arrangement support that mood?
The arrangements emphasize transparency and softness within a large ensemble, using careful balance and color (like the alto feature in Hallelujah Amen) to invite listeners into a still, contemplative listening experience that supports personal reflection and renewal.
Behind the Scenes: Mack Wilberg & Ryan Murphy on the Choir's First Album in Seven Years
Q: Mack, what was the original vision behind This New Day?
The vision grew out of the pandemic, aiming to create music that fosters reflection, peace, and comfort, and the album was crafted as a deliberate, thematic journey rather than a random collection of tracks.
Behind the Scenes in Brazil: Dr. Amos C. Brown
Q: What message would you want listeners to carry forward after this conversation?
To respect the worth and dignity of all peoples, build bridges rather than walls, and continue pursuing education, dialogue, and collaborative action to heal divisions.
Behind the Scenes in Brazil: Dr. Amos C. Brown
Q: How has music influenced the way you think about leadership and community building?
He explains that music reflects a universal language that can harmonize diverse communities, emphasizing listening to others and blending voices in chorus as a metaphor for social cohesion.
Behind the Scenes in Brazil: Dr. Amos C. Brown
Q: What lit that fire for you to want to help this world be a better place through faith and unity?
Brown describes his lifelong calling to defend human rights and promote unity, citing interfaith engagement, mentorship from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the example of working together across racial and religious lines as the driving force.

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A long-running musical program blends performances by a renowned choir with reflective spoken-word segments that explore faith, hope, and unity. Episodes frequently pair choral pieces and devotional messages with behind-the-scenes insights, devotional storytelling, and global outreach—often framing music as a vehicle for comfort, encouragement, and community across diverse audiences. Notable patterns include live performances, themed devotional narratives, and occasional conversations about album production, sacred spaces, and the role of music in spiritual life. The format tends to weave reverent, uplifting messages with high-quality vocal music, resulting in a steady, contemplative listening experience that appeals to listeners seeking in... more

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3. Derek Porter
4. Amos C. Brown
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7. Richard Elliott
8. Derek Poulter

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