The star-studded concert features The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square, joined by award-winning artists Lea Salonga and Sir David Suchet. Filmed with a live audience, the event aims to illuminate the holiday experience through the performance of timeless carols, treasured Christmas songs, and a compelling story of heroic service.
The Choir's annual Christmas concert features the voices of guest artists, and tickets for the performances are distributed in advance. The ensemble's performances can be watched or listened to via the "Music and the Spoken Word" broadcast, which is available live on YouTube and their official website.
One notable example is the 2016 Christmas concert, where Broadway star Sutton Foster joined the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square. Sutton Foster, known for her roles in musical theater productions like "Thoroughly Modern Millie" and "Anything Goes," brought a unique energy to the concert, showcasing the choir's versatility and ability to collaborate across genres.
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is a Grammy Award-winning, multiple Emmy Award-winning, all-volunteer choral ensemble made up of 360 men and women who join their talents to create an instantly recognizable sound.
The Tabernacle Choir's Christmas concerts have a long-standing tradition of featuring guest artists from various genres. While the choir is known for its classical and religious repertoire, they have collaborated with a diverse range of performers, including popular music artists. These collaborations aim to bring together different musical styles and appeal to a broad audience.