Hope of the Season: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
This Christmas, the world-renowned Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square joins with Tony Award®-winner Ruthie Ann Miles and Hollywood veteran Dennis Haysbert in the unforgettable holiday spectacular, “Hope of the Season.” Packed with classic carols, holiday favorites and an inspirational portrait of real life, this 90-minute concert features songs and stories of hope for audiences of all ages.
Previews + Extras
What Shall We Give?
S2025 E1 - 4m 24s
Discover the beauty of the Catalonian lullaby “What Shall We Give?” in a tender arrangement by Mack Wilberg, performed by The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra. With gentle guitar-like rhythms and rich harmonies, this serene performance evokes warmth and reflection, making it a heartfelt highlight of 'Hope of the Season: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir.'
The Christmas Story: Luke 2
S2025 E1 - 2m 55s
Experience the heart of the Christmas story as Dennis Haysbert narrates Luke Chapter 2, accompanied by Mack Wilberg’s gentle orchestral setting. Interwoven with motifs from “What Shall We Give?”, this moving moment blends scripture and music into a serene, reflective centerpiece of 'Hope of the Season: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir.'
Angels from the Realms of Glory
S2025 E1 - 4m 41s
Experience the stirring finale of The Tabernacle Choir’s Christmas concert as Ruthie Ann Miles joins in Mack Wilberg’s powerful arrangement of the beloved carol based on the French melody “Les Anges dans nos Campagnes.” Known as “Angels We Have Heard on High,” this soaring performance blends rich harmonies and jubilant energy for an unforgettable holiday moment in 'Hope of the Season.'
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
S2025 E1 - 3m 48s
Experience the timeless beauty of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.” Rooted in medieval devotion and paired with a haunting melody, this beloved hymn comes alive in Mack Wilberg’s stunning arrangement for The Tabernacle Choir’s 2025 Christmas concert—a performance that will stir your soul.
'Twas Midnight in the Stable
S2025 E1 - 5m 23s
’Twas Midnight in the Stable, Mack Wilberg’s new Christmas processional for The Tabernacle Choir’s special 'Hope of the Season,' draws on an old French carol in lilting 6/8 “pastoral” meter. David Warner’s lyrics evoke noëls, shepherds at the Nativity, and Christ’s Second Coming, weaving in Veni, veni, Emmanuel for a timeless celebration.
Spirit of the Season, from The Polar Express
S2025 E1 - 7m 3s
Alan Silvestri’s Polar Express score gave us two beloved songs: the joyful “Spirit of the Season” and the reflective “Believe.” Glen Ballard’s lyrics capture wonder and faith, now brought to life by Ruthie Ann Miles with The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra in Ryan Murphy’s stunning medley—a magical celebration of Christmas spirit.
Welcome Christmas Morning!
S2025 E1 - 2m 33s
Mack Wilberg’s new carol pairs David Warner’s lyrics—rich with Christmas symbols and biblical metaphors—with a lively folk-inspired setting. Featuring the refrain “Gloria in excelsis Deo,” this macaronic carol blends Latin and English in the joyful tradition of French noëls, celebrating the Annunciation with vibrant energy and timeless meaning.
A Season for Shepherds: The True Story of Dr. Charles Mulli
S2025 E1 - 22m 24s
Actor Dennis Haysbert narrates the inspiring true story of Dr. Charles Mulli—a man who rose from poverty in Kenya to become a successful businessman, then gave it all up to rescue thousands of abandoned children. His story of faith and sacrifice will touch your heart—and the ending holds a powerful surprise you won’t forget.
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