Music & the Spoken Word - America 250
On Sunday, July 5, 2026, the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States with two special performances of Music & the Spoken Word. Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid will join the Choir as guest narrator for both the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. MDT performances.
A limited number of free tickets for each performance will be available beginning Friday, June 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. MDT. Tickets may be reserved by
Because Music & the Spoken Word is broadcast live, guests are encouraged to be seated by 9:00am MDT. Reserved tickets will be guaranteed until 9:15 a.m. MDT.
A standby line will be available for guests without tickets; however, attendance is expected to reach capacity. Due to ongoing construction on Temple Square, no secondary viewing location will be available.
To Attend in Person
9:30 a.m. Live Event
- Time: Doors open at 8:15 a.m. Please be seated by 9:00 a.m.
- Duration: The broadcast is 30 minutes and ends at 10:00 a.m.
- Where: Salt Lake Tabernacle
- Age Guideline: 8 and older to attend
- A live pre-show, featuring an interview with Thurl Bailey and Andy Reid will begin at 9:00 a.m., immediately followed by the live broadcast at 9:30 a.m.
- Time: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Please be seated by 10:45 a.m.
- Duration: This event is 30 minutes and ends at 11:30 a.m.
- Where: Salt Lake Tabernacle
- A live pre-show, featuring an interview with Thurl Bailey and Andy Reid will begin at 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by the live event.
To View via YouTube
- The pre-show and full broadcast will be livestreamed at 9:30 a.m. MDT on the Choir’s YouTube channel
here .
About Andy Reid
We are delighted to welcome Andy Reid as the guest narrator for this special episode of Music & the Spoken Word.
Since joining the Kansas City Chiefs as head coach in 2013, Andy has become one of the most accomplished and respected leaders in NFL history. Over his distinguished coaching career, he has amassed more than 300 wins, ranking fourth all-time and first among active NFL head coaches. He is also the only coach to become the winningest head coach for two franchises—the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.
A three-time Super Bowl champion, Andy has led the Chiefs to victories in Super Bowls LIV, LVII, and LVIII. Before coming to Kansas City, he spent 14 successful seasons as head coach and executive vice president of football operations for the Philadelphia Eagles, helping build one of the league’s most consistent and competitive organizations.
Beyond football, Andy is devoted to his family. He and his wife, Tammy, are the proud parents of five children and grandparents to thirteen.
We are honored to share this special episode with Andy Reid as our guest narrator.
About Andy Reid
We are delighted to welcome Andy Reid as the guest narrator for this special episode of Music & the Spoken Word.
Since joining the Kansas City Chiefs as head coach in 2013, Andy has become one of the most accomplished and respected leaders in NFL history. Over his distinguished coaching career, he has amassed more than 300 wins, ranking fourth all-time and first among active NFL head coaches. He is also the only coach to become the winningest head coach for two franchises—the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.
A three-time Super Bowl champion, Andy has led the Chiefs to victories in Super Bowls LIV, LVII, and LVIII. Before coming to Kansas City, he spent 14 successful seasons as head coach and executive vice president of football operations for the Philadelphia Eagles, helping build one of the league’s most consistent and competitive organizations.
Beyond football, Andy is devoted to his family. He and his wife, Tammy, are the proud parents of five children and grandparents to thirteen.
We are honored to share this special episode with Andy Reid as our guest narrator.
To Attend in Person
9:30 a.m. Live Event
- Time: Doors open at 8:15 a.m. Please be seated by 9:00 a.m.
- Duration: The broadcast is 30 minutes and ends at 10:00 a.m.
- Where: Salt Lake Tabernacle
- Age Guideline: 8 and older to attend
- A live pre-show, featuring an interview with Thurl Bailey and Andy Reid will begin at 9:00 a.m., immediately followed by the live broadcast at 9:30 a.m.
- Time: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Please be seated by 10:45 a.m.
- Duration: This event is 30 minutes and ends at 11:30 a.m.
- Where: Salt Lake Tabernacle
- A live pre-show, featuring an interview with Thurl Bailey and Andy Reid will begin at 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by the live event.
To View via YouTube
- The pre-show and full broadcast will be livestreamed at 9:30 a.m. MDT on the Choir’s YouTube channel
here .
Event FAQ
Is a ticket required to attend this broadcast?
Yes, to accommodate anticipated demand, a ticket is required to attend these events. For more information click here.
How do I reserve tickets?
Tickets can be reserved by clicking here or by downloading the Temple Square App.
How many tickets can I reserve?
Up to 10 tickets can be reserved per person.
When will tickets be available for this event?
Tickets will be available starting June 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
What if I arrive to the broadcast and do not have a ticket?
A standby line will be available for those who arrive to the weekly broadcast without a reservation.A standby line will be available for those who arrive to the weekly broadcast without a reservation.
Where can I park?
For parking information click here.