In an article recently published on the Choir's blog site, the author wrote "Work has already begun for the 2021 special Christmas broadcasts on PBS and BYUtv! Audiences will be amazed by what’s in store for them."
I'm happy to say that part of that "work" spoken of involves actual participation from Choir members in the here and now! I'm not at liberty to go into specifics, but we HAVE been asked to contribute and it feels great to finally play an active role in fulfilling the mission of the Choir. (And by the way, this participation will obviously adhere to all covid-related safety protocols.) I'm grateful for the Choir leadership allowing us this opportunity, and while it's a bit of an unconventional one for the Choir, these are unconventional times we live in. :)
Aside from that exciting news, there isn't too much to report other than a nice article that came out in the Church News recently (you can find it here). A few quotes from that article that I found particularly meaningful:
“We’re really looking forward to coming together again with
renewed energy and renewed appreciation for this experience and what it
brings to people.” --Mack Wilberg
“We’re anxious to come back together. We’ve recognized
how much we’ve missed one another — and the opportunity of having music
so prominent in our weekly lives.” --Ron Jarrett
And from the article author Jason Swensen: Don’t expect the storied choir and the Orchestra at Temple Square to simply “go back” to what they were before the ongoing pandemic disrupted their traditional concerts and schedules. “No, we are moving forward to what we should be." (Ron Jarrett) There’s work to do, improvements to be made and upcoming concerts, broadcasts and tours to organize and execute.
And on that note, I wish you all a great week. If you missed today's MSW, check it out.
Until next time, God be with you.
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