About BGMC
We create musical experiences to inspire change, build community and celebrate difference.
Core Values
- We’re a family with a tradition of excellence
- We provide a safe and welcoming community to be ourselves
- We make music that makes us and our audiences proud
- We operate with integrity
- We genuinely care for each other; bringing out the best of each other — we are at our best as a group
- We change hearts and minds through our presence and our music
- We are from diverse backgrounds but have a shared passion for music
- We choose to give our time and talents – giving back more than we get
- We have fun!
Biography
The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. Founded in 1982, the 300+-voice ensemble is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, groundbreaking community outreach and an innovative educational program. Under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Reuben Reynolds, BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music and creates social change by providing a positive, affirming image of the LGBTQ+ community. The Chorus is heard live by thousands of people each season and millions more through recording, television and internet broadcasts. CBS-WBZ named the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus one of the “top 5” choruses in the city of Boston. The Boston Business Journal has named BGMC one of the top 10 performing arts organizations in the city each year since 2018. BGMC is a Cultural Ambassador — being the first LGBTQ+ chorus to perform in Poland in 2005, the Middle East in 2015 and in South Africa in June 2018.