Ministries

Music Ministry

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Music has a unique way of opening our hearts, lifting our spirits, and bringing us together in shared joy. Wayzata Community Church is proud to bring back the Music Series that will fill our Sanctuary with sounds that inspire, challenge, and delight. Experience an unforgettable lineup of performances—from classical masterpieces and family-friendly concerts to the soulful jazz of Charles Lazarus and the breathtaking voices of Cantus. Join us for a season where every note inspires, and every concert brings us closer together.

Choirs & Ensembles

ADULT CHOIRS

Chancel Choir

Wednesdays • 6:30–8:00 p.m. • Choir Room

A welcoming choir of adult singers who lead music in the 10:30 a.m. Traditional Service, September–June. Repertoire ranges from simple and beautiful to more challenging choral works. Directed by Brian Schmidt.

Celebration Choir

Wednesdays • 6:30–7:15 p.m. • Grace Notes Choir Room

All are welcome! This joyful choir leads worship at the 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Service. No audition or prior experience required — just a heart for praising God. Directed by Autumn Toussaint and Lynda Sleeper.

Parables Choir

Wednesdays • 5:50–6:20 p.m. • Chapel

All ages and stages are invited to this lively, joy-filled choir. We celebrate music, song, movement, and community — no experience needed. Bring your voice and your spirit! Contact Michele Ramert to sign-up!

POP UP CHOIRS

Mother’s Day Intergenerational Choir

Sunday, May 10 • 9:00 a.m. Worship

Sing with us in our 13th Annual Mother’s Day Intergenerational Pop-Up Choir! Simply meet in the Sanctuary at 8:00 a.m. to learn two easy songs — no choir experience needed, and everyone is welcome.This choir is for all ages and relationships: singles, friends, moms and daughters, moms and sons, sisters, aunts, grandmothers and granddaughters, godparents and godchildren — anyone who wants to celebrate connection and community through music.To receive music in advance or for more information on either pop-up performances, contact Autumn Toussaint.

Music Series

Sunday, May 31, 2026

3:00 p.m

Lazarus Brass  • Sanctuary  • Free Will Offering

Led by Charles Lazarus, this all-star brass and percussion ensemble will perform classics and feature works by Leonard Bernstein, Paquito D’Rivera, and original compositions.

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

7:30 pm

WCC Chamber Choir  • Sanctuary

In collaboration with Violins of Hope, the choir presents music by composers from the Holocaust era, including Marcel Tyberg’s Mass in F Major and Zoltan Kodaly’s Missa Brevis, highlighting resilience amidst tragedy.

Thursday, June 25, 2026

7:30 pm

Minnesota Sinfonia  • Sanctuary

Conducted by Jay Fishman, in conjunction with the Violins of Hope international touring exhibit, this concert features compositions that the owners of these instruments could have performed before they were killed in the Holocaust. This program emphasizes Jewish music and its universal emotional impact.

Staff

Aaron Looney
Organist
Autumn Toussaint
Director Of Engagement
Brian Schmidt
Director of Chancel Choir