Michael Hicks is a professor of music at Brigham Young University and the author of Mormonism and Music: A History and Sixties Rock: Garage, Psychedelic, and Other Satisfactions.
Finalist, Utah Book Award for Nonfiction, Utah Center for the Book,
2016. Honorable Mention, Best Biography, Mormon History
Association, 2016.
“Mormon history written by Mormons can be pretty dry, but Mr.
Hicks, a professor of music at Brigham Young University, is funkier
than your average saint. . . .the anecdotes alone are worth the
price of the book.”--The Wall Street Journal
"Tracking the choir from its humble beginnings in 1836 to moves
into radio, international touring, and TV and film appearances, the
material is as expansive in scope as the choir's reach has become.
. . . Intriguing."--Library Journal
"A well-done biography that best highlights the historical
aspects of the growth of the choir and the vision of its several
directors."--Association for Mormon Letters
"While the historical information is well presented and highly
engaging, it is the story of the choir's intersection with American
society and culture, and Hicks' ability to bring out these nuances,
that make this book a brilliant read."--The Journal of the
Association of Anglican Musicians “Hicks documents plenty of
intrigue in the leadership, mission and repertoire of ‘America's
choir,’ . . . . this history is more provocative than readers may
suspect.”--Kirkus Reviews
"The Mormon Tabernacle Choir: A Biography is the most accessible
and authoritative history of this unique musical ensemble yet
published. . . . Required reading not only for Mormons and
musicians, but for anyone who wants to learn about the realities of
world-class music making in a hierarchal religious
community."--Mormon Studies Review
"This fascinating, honest account should find many eager readers
among the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's millions of fans. Michael Hicks
combines the accuracy of a fine historian with the sensitivity of a
judicious music critic."
--Daniel Walker Howe, Pulitzer-Prize-winning author of What Hath
God Wrought: The Transformation of America, 1815–1848
"An invaluable retelling of one of America's most vibrant and
important musical institutions."
--Eric Whitacre
"A fascinating history of the wonderful Mormon Tabernacle
Choir. Michael Hicks traces the story of this great ensemble
from its early days to its current status as one of the world's
great choirs. He highlights the remarkable dedication and
musicianship of the choir members through the years, and the
leadership and vision of the conductors."
--David Hurley, member of The King's Singers
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