The Saltaires are pleased to announce Ryan Murphy as this year’s clinician for the Wasatch Choral Summit!
Ryan Murphy has served as the associate music director of
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square since March 2009. He assists music director Mack Wilberg with rehearsals, tours, and the Music and the Spoken Word broadcast, while also conducting the Temple Square Chorale. He is an accomplished conductor and arranger and well known throughout the Wasatch Front and beyond.
Groups who are interested in participating in this year’s Wasatch Choral Summit are encouraged to fill out the form below. The deadline to apply for your group to participate is April 25th. The number of groups is limited – so don’t delay in filling out the form! A donation of $100 is suggested, but not required. This helps offset some of the costs for the event and is greatly appreciated.
The public is invited to attend this event – even if you or your group are not participating. Attendance is free.
Details about the event:
May 9th
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
First Baptist Church
777 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
A more detailed schedule will be released closer to the event.
Event Overview
Welcome to the Wasatch Choral Summit! This exciting event gathers choral groups from all over the northern Utah region for a day of music, learning, and collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned choir or a new ensemble, the Wasatch Choral Summit offers a platform for you to showcase your talents, receive expert feedback, and connect with other passionate singers and directors. Join the Saltaires for a transformative experience that will elevate your ensemble and inspire your musical journey.
Wasatch Choral Summit will return in 2026. Check back for more information and subscribe to get email updates!
Purpose
The Wasatch Choral Summit aims to foster community engagement and growth within the choral arts by providing an inclusive, high-quality event for choirs of all levels. The summit encourages collaboration, offers opportunities for networking, and provides valuable professional development through expert-led clinics and performances. It is designed to enrich the musical experience of participants while helping to promote the growth of choral singing in the region.
2025 WCS Recap
Clinician: Craig Jessop
Participating Groups:
The SaltairesLacus VocemAmaviSoJoUT Choral Collectiveand Utah Voices
Steve Scott leads the participants in singing the tag, “Sunshine Is Bidding The Day Goodbye” at the 2025 Wasatch Choral Summit.
