Board Members

Linda Pechulis – Board President
Linda likes to joke that she’s a “Texas-born Greenie” who made her way to Wyoming as quickly as she could. Singing has been a lifelong passion for her, and she fondly remembers entertaining (and occasionally torturing) her family on road trips during her childhood. Today, she continues that tradition—only with a bit more finesse! As an alto in the CCC, she also performs at church services, memorials, and patriotic events, feeling truly honored and blessed to share her love of music. Linda has been a dedicated member of the CCC for nine years, serving as board president for the past four. She is excited to embark on the choir’s 76th season!

Lori Sauter
I am currently in my third year with the choir, and it has been an incredibly fulfilling experience! I’m married and a proud grandmother, cherishing every moment with my family. After retiring from a rewarding teaching career, I now enjoy visiting two elementary schools with my therapy dog, spreading joy and comfort to the students. Life is truly wonderful, and I’m grateful for the opportunities to connect with others through music and companionship!

Linda Mondt- Librarian
I played basketball at the University of Wyoming and earned a BS in Chemistry. After spending my early years on a sheep ranch near Devils Tower, I transitioned to a career in law enforcement, serving as a police officer until my retirement in 1999. Following that, I worked at Walmart and then Papa John’s, finally retiring for good in 2022. Music has always been a significant part of my life. I’ve sung with church choirs and Sweet Adelines off and on since my college days, even taking on the challenge of arranging music for the Adelines. Now in my second year with the Capitol Chorale, I’m looking forward to another season of singing.

Wade Holzapfel – Artistic Director

Alaina Niemann – Collaborative Pianist
Alaina Niemann, originally from Englewood, CO, has had a diverse and adventurous journey. A passionate pianist, she earned a full scholarship to the University of Denver, where she studied Piano Performance. Her desire to make an impact led her to join the Peace Corps, where she taught music in Malawi, Africa. Upon returning to the United States, Alaina pursued a master’s in film production at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. After graduate school, she and her husband, Criss, relocated to Southern California, where they spent a decade soaking up the sunny weather. Eventually, they returned to their roots, settling in Cheyenne, WY, with two children in tow. Over the course of ten years, their family grew by two more children, while Alaina juggled five different jobs. Today, she operates a thriving private music studio, plays for several churches, and accompanies two choirs. While her music career keeps her busy, she still dreams of the day she can devote more time to gardening—though in Wyoming, it’s a bit of a challenge!

Bert Hongo – Member At Large
Originally from Northern New York, Bert has always had a deep passion for singing. Over the years, he’s lent his voice to various church choirs, the York Symphony Chorus, and the York Chamber Singers in York, Pennsylvania. However, his career path temporarily sidelined his love for group singing, limiting his opportunities to perform. After retiring, Bert returned to his musical roots and joined the Cheyenne Capital City Chorale and the LCCC Collegiate Chorale, rediscovering the joy of singing with others and continuing to enrich his community with his voice.