SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is featured in “America’s Soundtrack,” a commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The release of “America’s Soundtrack” includes a choral rendition of “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” which is commonly known as one of the most performed works by the Tabernacle Choir. In 1959, their performance of the hymn even earned a Grammy award in the “Best Performance by a Vocal Group or Chorus” category.
“America’s Soundtrack” is a music collection created by America250, a national organization leading the celebration for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The collection also features other performances, including “America,” by Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and “American Promise,” a newly commissioned orchestral work by composer Karen LeFrak. There are expected to be more additions in the next few days.
“Music unifies us in a way few things can,” said America250 Chair Rosie Rios. “As we engage all 350 million Americans in the 250th anniversary of the United States, ‘America’s Soundtrack’ will give us a powerful way to connect through a shared cultural language — music.”
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the involvement of the Tabernacle Choir in a press release on Thursday and included a link to the Tabernacle Choir’s feature. …