The First Presidency has said, "Inspirational music is an essential part of our church meetings" (see First Presidency preface to Hymns, page ix).

The linked pages listed under Learn More below provide information and guidelines about music in Church meetings and related subjects. Much of this information comes from "Music," section 14 of the Church Handbook of Instructions, Book 2: Priesthood and Auxiliary Leaders (1998), 289–94 (click here for online version).