Join the Movement: Are you passionate about music, community, and caring for God’s creation? Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 19, 2026, as Brecksville United Methodist Church hosts a special day of music, justice, and community praise featuring Canadian folk singer-songwriter and climate justice artist Luke Wallace!
Whether you want to sit back and enjoy an inspiring performance or lift your own voice as part of the choir, there is a place for you here. This event is open to everyone in the community—no church membership or formal choral experience required.
Meet the Artist: Luke Wallace
Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Luke Wallace is a dynamic performer, songwriter, and choral arranger who has spent over a decade using music as a tool for environmental advocacy.
Described as a “modern-day Pete Seeger,” Luke’s folk music blends rich storytelling, call-and-response, and community anthems that bring people together rather than driving them apart. He has performed across North America—from rallies and folk festivals to the global stage as a featured performer at the United Nations Water Conference in New York.
“Luke is like a modern Pete Seeger. From the moment he hits the stage, he has the audience singing about positive change… He doesn’t back down, but he doesn’t alienate people either. He’s a perfect voice for right now.” — Doug Cox, Music Director & Producer
Schedule for the Day
10 am – 2 pm | Community Justice Singing Workshop & Pop-Up Choir.
Ever wanted to be part of a choir without a long-term commitment? Join us for an energizing workshop directed by workshop directed by Luke Wallace & Joy Fenton-Jones.
- Learn uplifting, justice-centered choral arrangements.
- Share fellowship and connection over lunch.
- Rehearse to perform alongside Luke Wallace as his backup choir during the afternoon concert!
- Registered participants in the pop-up choir will have access to music in advance of the workshop, and recorded parts will also be posted on YouTube for those who want to review the music and practice their parts ahead of time. Sheet music and YouTube links will be provided upon registration.
3 pm | Community Concert featuring Luke Wallace
Gather in the sanctuary to hear Luke perform songs from his catalog and latest release, The Dandelion Resistance—a collection of songs rooted in hope, community action, and standing up for the planet.
Event Details at a Glance
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location: Brecksville UMC 65 Public Square, Brecksville, OH 44141
- Cost: Free and open to the public
- Who Can Attend: All ages, voices, and neighbors are welcome!
Come raise your voice, connect with neighbors, and celebrate our shared responsibility to care for the earth.