History of The Grand Canyon Men's Chorale

From a humble beginning of 15 men who gathered in the fall of 1990 for the sole purpose of creating beautiful music, GCMC has grown today to a shining display of more than 50 voices that can claim among its portfolio many reputable performances. GCMC presents 2 major concert series per year, along with numerous smaller engagements. Our diverse performance history includes the National Anthem at Phoenix area sporting events, participation at numerous Pride events, the touring of the Nazi persecution of homosexuals at the Phoenix Public Library and AIDS Walk Arizona.

GCMC serves as a positive representative of the Phoenix area gay community through our entertainment, the social connections we create, and the awareness of our pride that we create in the community at large. The growing number of singers that constitutes this Chorale continue to distinguish themselves in rehearsal and performance by striving toward artistic and personal excellence. We are proud to be building upon this excellence with an increasing number of artistic collaborations with groups such as: Arizona Women in Tune, Orpheus Male Chorus, The Phoenix Boys Choir, Phoenix Bach Choir, and Reveille Gay Men’s Chorus of Tucson.

As a member of GALA, the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Choruses, GCMC distinguishes itself with colorful, high energy performances at festivals held every 4 years. In July 2004, GCMC participated in the largest GALA festival ever in Montreal Canada, and was well received with numerous ovations for both the diversity and passion of the music presented. Further, GCMC is actively partnering with other GALA choruses in the interest of developing the organization to its fullest artistic and administrative potential. Coming off of this positive experience in Montreal, we present “A Season of Diversity”, our most ambitious and colorful season yet. We look forward to joining with the entire Arizona community in this celebration of the diverse cultural threads that weave together the tapestry that is Arizona.