The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square returned to the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California, for two nights of benefit performances on June 24-25, 2026. In collaboration with the O.C. Tanner Gift of Music Trust, the concerts marked a historic return to the venue, 100 years after the Choir's first performance there in 1926.
Humanitarian mission and global impact
The event combined musical celebration with humanitarian purpose, specifically benefiting women and children globally through initiatives like Caring for Women and Children, which is led by the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Charitable donations and revenue matching
One hundred percent of ticket sales revenue from the concerts will be donated to CARE, Helen Keller Intl, and The Hunger Project. Additionally, the Church announced it will match the revenue from concert ticket sales, effectively doubling the charitable contributions.
Leadership vision for humanitarian support
Relief Society General President Camille N. Johnson stated during a press conference that the concert serves as a way to support women and children everywhere by uniting humanitarian causes with artistic talent. She also noted that the event acts as a call to action for communities to identify and help those in need.
Featured guest artists and repertoire
Guest artists joined the Choir for various performances, including Donny Osmond, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Daniel Emmett, Stephanie J. Block, Sebastian Arcelus, and the Bonner Family. Notable performances included selections from musical repertoires such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, West Side Story, and Into the Woods.
Sponsorship and power of music
The concerts were sponsored by the O.C. Tanner Gift of Music Trust. Scott Sperry, president of the trust, noted that music has the power to unite people and bring hope.
Conclusion of Songs of Hope tour
The Hollywood Bowl performances concluded a four-year Songs of Hope tour that included stops in cities such as Mexico City, Manila, Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Lima, Buenos Aires, and São Paulo. Choir President Michael O. Leavitt stated that the tour successfully delivered messages of unity, peace, and hope.
