Board and Staff

Garrett Lathe is the founding director of the Youth Chorale of Central Minnesota. Mr. Lathe is also director of Choirs at Sartell High School, a position he has held since 2001. He is a graduate of Bemidji State University under the mentorship of Paul Brandvik, and is currently a graduate student at St. Cloud State University.

Mr. Lathe currently lives in Little Falls with his wife Holly, an elementary music teacher, and their four children.

Accompanist

Susan Hill, accompanist for YCCM, has been an active accompanist, music enthusiast and advocate for years in Central Minnesota. She has spearheaded many projects in the community, and accompanied countless high school, college and community solos, ensembles, and choirs.

Business Manager

Jean Loius, Human Relations Coordinator at Holiday Inn Express, St. Cloud, joined the staff of YCCM in the fall of 2007. She has extensive experience in business, arts organizations, and music ensembles. She is also an accomplished accompanist and runs her own piano studio.

The YCCM Board consists of choir directors, professionals and community members from around the St. Cloud area.

Jane Oxton, President
Mary Jo Bot, Vice President
Cheryl Bounds-Spellacy, Secretary
Diana Baxa, Treasurer
Chad Armstrong, Director
David Paulson, Director
Joann Weber, Director
James Wiant, Director

If you are interested in being on future boards, or are would like to volunteer your time working with YCCM, please email contact us.