Valley of Peace is privileged to have an exceptional staff of professional musicians. Together, they provide the highest quality and variety of music for the worship of the congregation. Because of the consistent quality of their musical offerings, you can, with confidence, invite a friend to worship on any Sunday and know they will be enriched and inspired. They lead musical groups of all ages, including: children, youth and adults; as well as a bell choir and instrumental ensemble.
Zack Carlson, Director of Music
Zack grew up in rural northwestern Minnesota and graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth with a B.M. in Vocal Music Education. He is entering his sixth year of teaching and has taught grades 6-12 in differing capacities in Iowa and Minnesota. He is a lifelong church musician and has served congregations in multiple roles for nearly ten years. Zack is currently the high school vocal music director at Buffalo High School. He is also enrolled in a summer graduate program at Michigan State University where he is pursuing a M.M. in Music Education. Zack lives in New Hope and sings professionally in The Singers-Minnesota Choral Artists.
Beth Brandt, Organist, Pianist and Accompanist
Music staff can be reached through Sally Daniels Herron, Parish Secretary at VOP 763-588-4611.