Queer Chorus of San Francisco | |
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Also known as | QCSF |
Origin | San Francisco, California, United States |
Genres | Broadway, choral, classical, jazz, popular |
Occupation(s) | Choir |
Instrument(s) | ca. 35 voices |
Years active | 1980-present |
Members | Artistic and Music Director Michael Reilly |
Website | qcsf.org |
The Queer Chorus of San Francisco (QCSF) was founded in 1980 [1] by Jon Reed Sims (1947–1984). [2] [3] Initially known as the San Francisco Lesbian and Gay Men’s Community Chorus, it was the world's first choral organization to use both " lesbian" and " gay" in its name, [4] Within a few years, the chorus changed its name to Lesbian/Gay Chorus of San Francisco (LGCSF). In March 2022, by a vote of its membership, the group changed its name to "The Queer Chorus of San Francisco". [5]
The Queer Chorus of San Francisco is dedicated to building and enriching its communities through the universal language of music.
Queer Chorus of San Francisco | |
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Also known as | QCSF |
Origin | San Francisco, California, United States |
Genres | Broadway, choral, classical, jazz, popular |
Occupation(s) | Choir |
Instrument(s) | ca. 35 voices |
Years active | 1980-present |
Members | Artistic and Music Director Michael Reilly |
Website | qcsf.org |
The Queer Chorus of San Francisco (QCSF) was founded in 1980 [1] by Jon Reed Sims (1947–1984). [2] [3] Initially known as the San Francisco Lesbian and Gay Men’s Community Chorus, it was the world's first choral organization to use both " lesbian" and " gay" in its name, [4] Within a few years, the chorus changed its name to Lesbian/Gay Chorus of San Francisco (LGCSF). In March 2022, by a vote of its membership, the group changed its name to "The Queer Chorus of San Francisco". [5]
The Queer Chorus of San Francisco is dedicated to building and enriching its communities through the universal language of music.