Music & the Spoken Word
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.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2025
The Spoken Word: Aspen Grove
The strength of an aspen grove is not found in any one tree, but in the community of trees that share roots and support one another.
September 14th, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 14th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,009
Behind-the-scenes with Ryan Murphy, Associate Music Director of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
Ryan Murphy, Associate Music Director of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, discusses his work shaping the Choir’s sound, preparing music for weekly broadcasts and global performances, and the in…
The Spoken Word: Drop By Drop
Occasionally, we may be the beneficiary of a much-needed summer thunderstorm of inspiration. But more often, inspiration from heaven comes drop by drop, “line upon line, precept upon precept.” Our wo…
September 7th, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,008
The Spoken Word: The Lens of God
THE WORLD WE LIVE IN is a beautiful place—filled with wonders and breathtaking scenery.
From soaring mountains and rolling plains to the concrete jungles of our cities and lush,
tree-filled rainfores…
August 31st, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 31st, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,007.
Behind-the-scenes with Joseph Nielsen, Curator of Organs at Temple Square
Joseph Nielsen, Curator of Organs at Temple Square, shares his unique role in preserving and maintaining some of the world’s most iconic organs. From daily care to long-term preservation, Joseph give…
Behind-the-scenes with Heidi Casson, stage manager for Music & the Spoken Word
Go behind the curtain with Heidi Casson, longtime stage manager for Music & the Spoken Word. In this episode, Heidi shares what it takes to coordinate a live weekly broadcast, her favorite behind-the…
The Spoken Word: Sharpen the Saw
Taking time each day to sharpen our own spiritual saw prepares us for whatever lies ahead.
This sacred time allows us to connect with God through scripture, to speak with Him in prayer,
and to discov…
August 10th, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,004.
The Spoken Word: A House Still Standing
In one location, I visited an old Italian home. Fresh flowers filled the window boxes, the
shades had recently been painted, and the front porch light burned brightly. However, as I
looked closer, I …
August 3rd, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,003.
Behind-the-scenes with Rabbi Jarrod Grover of Beth Tikvah Synagogue in Toronto
Rabbi Jarrod Grover of Beth Tikvah Synagogue in Toronto shares his heartfelt experience watching Music & the Spoken Word and reflects on the program’s power to inspire across faiths and cultures. In …
The Spoken Word: The Pioneer Spirit
The pioneer spirit, whether in 1847 or 2025, lives on. Each of us can be blessed as we strive to be pioneers in our own right – moving forward with faith, knowing that even amid great trial and uncer…
July 27th, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,002.
The Spoken Word: 7/20
Spoken Word from Derrick Porter on the Sunday, July 20th, broadcast of Music & the Spoken Word episode 5,001.
July 20th, 2025 Broadcast
This broadcast originally aired on Sunday, July 20th, 2025, from Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Broadcast number: 5,001.
Behind-the-scenes with Michael O. Leavitt, President of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
Join Michael O. Leavitt, President of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square and former U.S. Cabinet Secretary and Utah Governor, as he shares insights on leadership, faith, music, and the global miss…
The Spoken Word: 5,000 Weeks of Inspiration
Music & the Spoken Word stirred something deep within me—a feeling that gave me the strength to continue forward