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Whither Thou Goest – The Endearing Story of Ruth and Naomi in Song
“And Ruth said, Entreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God.” (Ruth 1:16) In the 1990s, James Dunne, the composer and...
Behind the Music – Jerald Simon’s “A Season to Be Strong”
On 4 September 2019, Jerald Simon released a music video of his original song called “A Season to Be Strong.” The song features his twin brother, Josh, singing the lead vocals. Jerald Simon was a 17-years-old young man when he originally wrote and composed “A Season...
Eight-Time No. 1 Charting Billboard Pianist Paul Cardall is First Latter-day Saint to Receive the Dove Award
Paul Cardall, the eight-time No. 1 Billboard charting pianist, has become the first Latter-day Saint to be nominated for album of the year by the Gospel Music Association’s Dove Awards. Paul’s 2018 album release, “Christmas” (produced by Jim Daneker), has been...
Donny and Marie Osmond to be Honored by Las Vegas Walk of Stars
Donald Clark Osmond was born on 9 December 1957 in Ogden, Utah. His sister Olive Marie Osmond was born on 13 October 1959, also in Ogden, Utah. Donald (or Donny as he is professionally known) was the fifth child and Marie (as she is professionally known) is the eighth...
Several LDS Music Artists Join The Nashville Tribute Band for an Interfaith Celebration Concert
On 27 July 2019, more than 20,000 people gathered in Nampa, Idaho, at the Ford Idaho Center for an Interfaith Celebration, which was organized by The Nashville Tribute Band as part of their Redeemer Concert Tour. Instead of a ticket, attendees were asked to bring cans...
What is the Most Requested Song For the New Church Hymnal?
Over the past year, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often mistakenly referred to as “the Mormon Church”) have submitted their own hymns and music for the new Church hymnbook and children’s songbook. In addition, members have also had the...
Latter-day Saint Choir’s Light Shines Bright During Blackout in New York City
History sometimes has an unusual way of repeating itself as those in New York City can attest. On Wednesday, 13 July 1977, 42 years ago, New York City experienced a blackout that left 9 million customers without power. That event was somewhat repeated on the evening...
Join Kurt Bestor, Jenny Oaks Baker, and Family Four on an Eastern Carribean Cruise to Help Raise Money to Fight Cancer
How would you like an opportunity to go on a luxury Eastern Carribean cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas? Well, now is your opportunity. On 12-19 January 2020, you can set sail with America’s Violinist, Jenny Oaks Baker, and world-renowned composer...
Beyond the Music – James Dunne’s Masterpiece “Words of the Prophets”
Behind every song, there is often an amazing untold story. Sometimes the "amazing" part is about the lyrics, the setting, the circumstances, or the music, and sometimes it's about all four. Sometimes more than just a small band or orchestra is needed to tell the story...
Several LDS Music Artists to Join Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra in Honoring President Nelson on 95th Birthday
On Monday, 9 September 2019, beloved President and Prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (often mistakenly referred to as “the Mormon Church”), President Russell M. Nelson, will celebrate his 95th birthday. Latter-day Saint musicians like Donny...
