GALA Choruses, INC
Founded in 1982 by fourteen choruses, GALA Choruses has become the only national association of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and allied choruses. The mission of GALA Choruses is to change our world through song. By fostering the artistic and organizational development of member choruses through a wide variety of programs and services, GALA Choruses produces choral festivals, educational conferences and several publications. We engage in advocacy; provide grants for the commissioning of new choral works; facilitate networking within the Association; and serve as a resource center for choruses and individual Associates from around the world.
Since its inception GALA Choruses has produced six international festivals, provided more than $42,000 in matching grants for commissioned works and has provided more than 25 conferences and vocal training workshops. GALA Choruses supports more than 180 choruses singing to audiences totaling more than one million individuals. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, USA and with an average budget of $650,000, GALA Choruses’ holds the vision of, Our Voices Win Freedom. For more information about GALA Choruses and its programs, call 412-999-4489 or visit us on the web at:
www.galachoruses.org.