Gay Men's Chorus of San Diego
| Company type | Non-profit organization |
|---|---|
| Industry | Performing arts |
| Founded | January 1993 |
| Fate | Merged with The San Diego Men's Chorus to form the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus in January 2010 |
| Headquarters | San Diego , United States |
Area served | San Diego |
Number of employees | 80–100 members |
The Gay Men's Chorus of San Diego (GMCSD) was a vocal ensemble composed of gay male singers that remained active from 1992 until 2009. Its primary goal was to achieve musical distinction through superior choral performances while serving as cultural ambassadors for the gay community by means of music. GMCSD held membership in both the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses (GALA) and the San Diego Performing Arts League.
Organization
Functioning as a non-profit organization under the umbrella of Finest City Performing Arts, Inc., GMCSD typically comprised between 80 and 100 members, with numbers fluctuating by season. Each new season commenced with an "Info Night" designed for potential singers, who were required to complete a straightforward audition process. The chorus was overseen by a board of directors, elected annually at the Spring Concert.
Origins
Established legally in January 1993 in San Diego, GMCSD held its first rehearsals at the Cathedral Church of Saint Paul, led by Artistic Director Gary Holt.
Merger
In January 2010, GMCSD combined forces with The San Diego Men's Chorus to create the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus. Prior to this unification, both ensembles appeared together under their respective names during a December 2009 holiday concert hosted at San Diego's Balboa Theatre.
External links
- San Diego Gay Men's Chorus Official website
- GALA Choruses Official website