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The Lesbian & Gay Chorus of Washington, D.C. (LGCW) is a 20-voice, non-audition, consensus-based, community chorus. For 24 years, the LGCW has featured a broad repertoire of choral music that affirms social justice, gay and lesbian pride, cultural diversity, and humor. Click here to see the who, what, when, where, and why of the LGCW.
The LGCW presents two major concerts annually and appears at numerous community events supporting local organizations. The LGCW is proud to be under the musical direction of C. Paul Heins.
In 2002-03, we happily celebrated our 20th Anniversary of singing boldly. Click here for more information.
The LGCW offers a complimentary ticket program for people with HIV/AIDS, lesbians with cancer, the deaf, sexual minority youth, and others who cannot easily access the arts. The tickets are distributed through 40 service organizations and are also available on an individual basis. One performance of each concert is interpreted for the deaf.
The LGCW has recorded three CDs -- its most recent release, "LGCW LIVE!" takes the listener on a voyage from Tchaikovsky to Schoolhouse Rock. In 2006-07, the LGCW begins production of its fourth commercial CD, tentatively titled "Collaborations". This CD will include several songs recorded with the amazing Suede!
In 2005-06, the LGCW received funding from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities/National Endowment for the Arts, Brother Help Thyself, and the Capitol Hill Community Foundation. Special thanks to our 2005-06 season sponsors, Capitol Hill Bikes and Hoopla Traders!
The LGCW is a charter member of the GLBT Arts Consortium, a network of arts organizations and individual artists that builds bridges within and beyond the GLBT arts community. The LGCW is also a member of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, Washington Area Music Association (WAMA), Chorus America, ASCAP, and BMI.