Ep 17. Blast of Silence

In "Blast of Silence," the seventeenth episode of the seventh season of Murdoch Mysteries, Detective William Murdoch and his team investigate a murder that took place during a performance of a religious choir in a church. The victim is found when the choir stops singing and chaos ensues as the choir director, frustrated with the quality of the performance, throws his baton at the stage and accidentally hits the deceased.

Murdoch and his team are called to the scene quickly after the incident and begin their investigation. They soon realize that the murder weapon was not the baton, but a bullet shot from a distance. The victim, it seems, was not a member of the choir but was posing as one. His true identity is soon discovered, but his past is murky, leading the detectives to question whether his murder was a result of his current activities or something from his past.

As the investigation progresses, Murdoch meets a woman who has fled her wealthy husband and is hiding in the church to avoid being found. Murdoch is immediately drawn to her and becomes invested in helping her escape her abusive husband. Meanwhile, Constable Crabtree becomes enamored with one of the choir members and tries to impress her with his own singing abilities.

As the detectives continue to piece together the clues surrounding the murder, they uncover a conspiracy involving stolen property and a group of thieves who are hiding in the church. This discovery leads to a dangerous confrontation and an explosive finale that puts both Murdoch and his new acquaintance in harm's way.

"Blast of Silence" is a thrilling episode of Murdoch Mysteries that explores themes of abuse, theft, and redemption while also showcasing the series' trademark blend of mystery, humor, and romance. With its complex plot and captivating characters, this episode is sure to leave viewers on the edge of their seats.