Sacrament Meeting

Opening and closing hymns in sacrament meetings are usually sung by the congregation. The sacrament hymn is always sung by the congregation.

Special musical selections or a congregational hymn may be scheduled following the sacrament or between speakers. Such selections may be presented by the ward choir, other choirs, small groups, or individuals. The bishopric decides what music is appropriate. (See also"Appropriate Music for Church Meetings.")

If a musical program is presented, it should be simple, reverent, and short enough to allow a spoken message. Sacrament meetings should not be turned over to outside musical groups. Recitals, concerts, and pageantry are not appropriate in sacrament meeting.

The ward choir should sing in sacrament meeting at least once or twice a month.

Ward Leadership Meetings

Leaders plan and conduct meetings "as they are led by the Holy Ghost, according to the commandments and revelations of God" (D&C 20:45).

Ward leaders planning leadership meetings should ask themselves, "What music can be used to invite the Spirit?" and use that question as a guide in their preparations.

(For information about which ward leaders with music-related callings might be invited to various leadership meetings, see the pages under "Ward Music Callings.")

Priesthood Meeting

The bishopric oversees music in ward priesthood meetings. Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary leaders oversee music in their organizations' meetings (for more information, see the information below, the pages under "Ward Music Callings," and the appropriate section of the Church Handbook of Instructions, Book 2).

Relief Society

Music enhances spirituality in Relief Society meetings and unites sisters as they meet together.

Young Women

Sunday Meetings
Opening exercises before Young Women classes should include an opening hymn and may include additional music, if desired. Hymns and appropriate musical selections may also be used in Young Women classes.

Activities
Young Women activities may be planned to help young women develop music talents, skills, and appreciation. Music activities could include performances by youth choral groups, variety shows, quartet and music festivals, musicals, road shows, and brief presentations on music appreciation. Activities also could include instruction in singing, conducting, and reading music.

Music Resources
For a large selection of downloadable MP3 music files and sheet music, see "Young Women Camp Songs" and "Young Women Selected Songs." For additional ideas on using music to teach young women, see "Using Music to Teach Young Women" on the Young Women section of Serving in the Church.

Primary

Music in Primary includes singing during opening or closing exercises and sharing time. Music is also important in Primary classes and activities. (See also "Music" page on the Primary section of Serving in the Church.)

Mutual

Opening Exercises
Mutual opening exercises should include a hymn and may also include musical selections and practice of new songs.

Combined Aaronic Priesthood–Young Women Mutual Activity
Music should be encouraged in combined Aaronic Priesthood–Young Women activities. It could include performances by youth choral groups, variety shows, quartet and music festivals, road shows, and brief presentations on music appreciation. Combined activities also could include instruction in singing, conducting, and reading music.

The bishopric may call music directors and pianists to help youth develop their talents and learn the joy of singing.