ORGAN CONCERT
Bob and Jane Nienaber, along with several other TCAGO (Twin Cities American Guild of Organists) organists will be participating in a free concert “March Madness!...?” Sunday, March 11 at 3:00 p.m. at Wayzata Community Church, 125 Wayzata Blvd. East. This is another program celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Pipedreams with Michael Barone”, heard weekly on National Public Radio. The concert will include some unusual organ music, things that you won’t hear in a typical recital. To quote Michael: “The repertoire is a bit ‘mad,’ wild and wacky even.” Bob and Jane will be playing two organ duets on the four-manual (keyboard) Hendrickson organ: “Ragtime” by Charles Callahan, and “Marche Militaire” by Franz Schubert.
There are many opportunities to be a part of the music ministry in praise and worship at Centennial. Check out a vocal choir, handbell choir, ensemble, or instrumental group. Come together to share your talents, make new friends, have fun and make a joyful noise to the Lord!
For more information about the music ministries at Centennial Church, contact Bob Nienaber, Director of Music/Organist, 651-633-7644, ext. 15 or email rnienaber@centennialumc.org.
Music for Adults
Chancel Choir
Adult (9th grade & up) vocal choir. Sing weekly for morning worship; rehearse Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 p.m. New singers are always welcome! Especially needed are sopranos. We always have room for more! If you can’t come for a full season, consider a mini-season: September–October; November–December; January–February; March–May. Director: Bob Nienaber
The Well Band
The Well Band is responsible for leading worship weekly at the Sunday evening service. Commitment varies based on your schedule and availability to play. Rehearse Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Band leader: Eric Bjorklund, 651-235-2504.
Motet Ensemble
Select adult vocal group. Sing for morning worship one Sunday per month; rehearse as needed. We need one or two more sopranos! Contact Bob if interested. Director: Bob Nienaber
Wesley Ringers
Adult handbell choir. Ring for morning worship one Sunday a month; rehearse Thursdays 6:00 p.m. More ringers needed! Contact Bob if interested. Director: Bob Nienaber
Circuit Riders
Men’s ensemble. Sing for morning worship one Sunday a month; rehearse Sundays 7:00 p.m. as needed. Director/Coordinator: Ron Seemann, 651-633-4906.
Brass/Instrumental Ensemble
9th grade–adults. Periodically participate in morning worship; rehearse as needed. Trumpeters especially needed. Contact Bob if interested. Director: Bob Nienaber
Women’s Ensemble
Sing for worship a few times a year. Rehearse as needed. Director/Coordinator: Glenda Thors, 651-484-1816.
Music for Children & Youth
We are looking forward to another fun-filled year of music ensembles for children and youth at Centennial. Do you like to sing? Or ring? Or play an instrument? Or learn something new? We have music opportunities for children and youth ages 4-18. No prior experience is necessary and all are welcome to join, we will teach all who are interested. Our mission is to provide children and youth with an engaging and encouraging environment for musical, spiritual and personal growth through education, fellowship, and service. Wednesday night rehearsals will begin September 15. Come join us—dinner will be provided for our kickoff rehearsal! Any questions, see Jennifer Cadwell or call 612-408-9105.
Sunshine Singers (4 years old — 1st Grade)
Focus is on learning to sing, music games, and praising God through music. Nora Crist shares her talent as the accompanist. The children sing in worship periodically throughout the year, at the Christmas concert, Christmas Eve, and Palm Sunday. Rehearse Wednesdays 6:30–7:00 p.m. Director: Rachel Konzem
Rejoice Singers (2nd Grade — 5th Grade)
Children learn to read music, develop their singing voice, play percussion instruments, music games, and sing harmony. Lia Rieke shares her talent as the accompanist. The children sing monthly in worship, at the Christmas concert, Christmas Eve, and Palm Sunday. The choir also performs a staged musical each spring. Rehearse Wednesdays 6:40–7:20 p.m. Director: Jennifer Cadwell
Genesis Ringers (2nd — 3rd Grade) Elementary Bells
This handbell choir is for our youngest ringers. Children learn the fundamentals of ringing handchimes and handbells, how to read music, and participate in an ensemble, ringing two octaves. The children ring in worship periodically, at the Christmas concert, and Christmas Eve. Rehearse Wednesdays 6:00–6:30 p.m. Director: Lynn Davenport
Praise Ringers (4th — 7th Grade) Mid High Bells
This handbell choir is for our upper elementary/middle schoolers. Youth continue learning handbell artistry, expanding the ensemble range to four octaves. The youth ring in worship bimonthly, at the Christmas concert, Christmas Eve, and attend area ringing events. Ringers are responsible for their own notes, and play an integral part to the success of the ensemble. Rehearse Wednesdays 6:00–6:30 p.m. Director: Jennifer Cadwell
JoNo (6th - 12th Grade) Youth Band
The youth band is for students just coming into Middle school through High school. The band plays once a month at The Well, for youth worship, and will be expanding its ministry this year to play outside of Centennial. If you play an instrument, sing, or would like to learn to play an instrument, this is for you! Rehearse Wednesdays 6:00–7:00 p.m. Director: Eric Bjorklund
Alleluia Ringers (8th — 12th Grade) Senior High Bells
Our high school handbell choir continue to play more difficult music, utilizing all five octaves of handbells and handchimes. They attend area handbell events and play locally for special events. The youth ring in worship monthly, at the Christmas concert, Christmas Eve, and Sunrise Service on Easter. Ringers are responsible for their own notes, and play an integral part to the success of the ensemble. Rehearse Wednesdays 5:15–6:00 p.m. Director: Jennifer Cadwell