SALT LAKE CITY-Per Friday news, former Utah Gov. Michael O. Leavitt has been named as the new president of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.

Leavitt will be joined by his wife, Jacalyn, in fulfilling this new role.

Leavitt replaces Ron Jarrett, who has served as president of the choir since August 2012.

The Presiding Bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Gerald Causse, made this announcement via a video call.

Leavitt will lead a presidency in his new position. His two counselors are to be announced at a future date.

Their duties will consist of managing operations, employees and marketing and oversee the administrative components of the choir.

This includes the supervision of over 700 volunteers in the choir organization.