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Artistic Direction by GABE SALAZAR

Featuring International Classical Soloists ELISSE ALBIAN and ENRICO LAGASCA With the SYMPHONY OF THE AMERICAS and singers for the Orlando Gay Chorus, the Miami Gay Chorus, and the Gay Men's Chorus of Tampa Bay FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026, 8:00 PM AT THE AU-RENE THEATER BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Associate Producer MURRY STEGELMANN VIP Reception provided by the DOUGLAS J. PEW AND DONALD K. CROXTON, LGBT TRUST FUND AT THE OUR FUND FOUNDATION Production Director JAMES SMITH Production Assistant JIM HOUSER Principal Accompanist DARREN MATIAS Assistant Accompanists CARINA INOUE and MATTHEW WILSON

THANK YOU

VictimsFirst: Zachary Blair, President; Orlando Gay Chorus: Harold Wright, Artistic Director; Gay Men’s Chorus of Tampa Bay: Jeremiah Cummings, Artistic Director; Miami Gay Chorus: Anaida Carquez, Music Director; Unity Coalition: Herb Sosa, Executive Director & CEO. Seminole Hard Rock: Susan Renneisen, VP of Community Affairs & Special Events, Erick Eldridge, Director of Special Events. Sunshine Cathedral: Bishop Durrell Watkins, Bishop Robert Griffin, and Kurt Litzenberger, Facilities Manager.

The program book is developed and produced through generous support from:

Note: Audio and video recording, as well as flash photography, are prohibited during the performance.

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ABOUT GMCSF

Credit: Ginny Dixon Photographics.

THE GAY MEN’S CHORUS OF SOUTH FLORIDA MISSION: We sing so that LGBTQ+ people can live their truth through quality music experiences that inspire audiences, open minds, change hearts, and affirm our common humanity. VISION: A diverse world united.

The Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida (GMCSF) is a vibrant community of voices, blending generations and cultures in harmony with one mission: to shape a brighter, more inclusive future through music. GMCSF stands as a powerful force for advocacy, using the universal language of music to transcend social barriers and uplift the LGBTQ+ community.

With a roster of over 170 talented singers, GMCSF is the largest gay men's chorus in the southeastern United States and one of the top ten LGBTQ+ choruses in the country.

Our grand-scale concerts, meaningful community engagements, and volunteerdriven outreach touch lives throughout South Florida and beyond. Under the direction of Artistic Director Gabe Salazar, GMCSF captivates more than 35,000 live audience members annually, while welcoming over 72,000 visitors to its growing digital platform, gmcsf.org.

A significant milestone was reached in December 2016 when GMCSF partnered with Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood to present its holiday concert at Hard Rock Live. What began as a landmark event has evolved into a dynamic nine-year partnership rooted in music, visibility, and community impact. Today, Seminole Hard Rock continues to amplify the Chorus's mission as the Amplified Season Sponsor and host of The Chic & Unique Ball, GMCSF's signature fundraiser.

The Chorus welcomes singers of all identities who sing in the lower vocal range (Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Bass), with auditions held throughout the season. Our impact reaches from Miami Heat and Miami Marlins Pride Nights to the International Gay Polo Tournament in Wellington and Treasure Coast Pride Fest at the Saint Lucie County Fairgrounds, driven by the heart and dedication of our volunteers. Whether on stage or in service, GMCSF stands united in building bridges and creating space where everyone can live their truth.

The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida, Inc. (FEIN #27-3533074) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation. Contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. You may obtain a copy of the official registration and financial information from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free 800-435-7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

GABE SALAZAR

Tonight is an evening filled with profound meaning, reflection, remembrance, and hope. It is also, for me personally, a moment of immense gratitude.

After several months away recovering from spinal surgeries, this concert marks my first time back on the podium with The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida. To say this journey back has been challenging would be an understatement. Recovery has tested me physically, emotionally, and mentally in ways I could have never anticipated. It has required patience, humility, and a willingness to embrace progress, even when it comes more slowly than hoped.

While I am incredibly grateful to be back conducting, I am not yet fully recovered — and that is okay. Healing takes time. Tonight, you may notice I will be conducting while wearing a brace, something I never imagined for myself. But rather than seeing it as a limitation, I have come to see it as a symbol of perseverance and resilience, and as a reminder that healing is rarely a straight line. And there could not be a more meaningful concert to return to.

Nearly three years ago, what became Amor Eterno: A Requiem for Pulse began simply as an idea — a dream of honoring the lives forever impacted by the tragedy at Pulse ten years ago through the power of music. I hoped to create something that would remember those we lost while also honoring survivors, families, first responders, and an entire LGBTQ+ community forever changed by that unimaginable night. To stand here now, witnessing this dream come to fruition through the extraordinary artistry of our singers, orchestra, collaborators, and composer, feels almost surreal.

We are profoundly honored to present the world premiere of this remarkable work.

This music carries tremendous emotional weight. It asks us to remember. To grieve.

To celebrate love. To wrestle with loss while still finding beauty, humanity, and hope.

At its core, Amor Eterno reminds us of something our community knows deeply: that even in the face of unimaginable tragedy, love endures.

For us, this concert is more than a performance. It is remembrance. It is tribute. It is resilience.

It is healing. We approach this evening with deep reverence for the stories represented here and immense gratitude for the trust placed in us to help tell them. My hope is that you allow yourself to fully experience this journey — to reflect, to feel deeply, and to leave reminded of the enduring strength of love, community, and human connection.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for supporting live music, LGBTQ+ storytelling, and the work of remembrance through art. And on a personal note, thank you for welcoming me back.

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THE ARTISTS GABE SALAZAR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Gabe Salazar is a dynamic conductor, tenor, and music educator with two decades of experience inspiring vocalists across the nation. Known for his vibrant leadership and inclusive approach, Gabe is passionate about empowering singers and cultivating transformative musical experiences that reflect the diversity of our communities. He earned his Master of Music in Voice from Lee University and completed additional studies in choral conducting at California State University, Fullerton. His career spans high-level performance and academic leadership, including roles with the United Methodist Church of Thousand Oaks, Grand Canyon University, and Osceola County School of the Arts. Gabe has also performed with the Chicago Symphony Chorus and the Pacific Chorale and has directed award-winning choral programs that have grown exponentially under his leadership. A standout achievement came in 2019 when his Chamber Singers debuted at Carnegie Hall after winning a national competition.

Now in his fifth season as Artistic Director of the Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida, Gabe continues guiding the chorus through extraordinary growth. Under his direction, the ensemble has expanded to 170 singers and has produced acclaimed collaborations with artists including Deborah Cox, Shoshana Bean, Amber Riley, and Todrick Hall. In 2024, the chorus earned widespread recognition for its standout performance at the GALA Choruses Festival in Minneapolis. In addition to his role with GMCSF, Gabe serves as Director of Music at Sunshine Cathedral in Fort Lauderdale and was recently appointed as Artistic Advisor in Residence for GALA Choruses, the premier association supporting LGBTQ+ choral organizations across North America.

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ANTHONY CABRERA ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR

Anthony Cabrera is the former Artistic Director of the Miami Gay Men's Chorus, serving them for 14 years. Under his leadership, the chorus has introduced groundbreaking choral works for men's voices (Through the Glass Darkly (2010), Alexander's House (2013), and I Am Harvey Milk (2016)), which address issues integral to the story and history of the LGBTQ+ community. The chorus also witnessed the development and expansion of the MGMC South Florida Choral Festival, which, for five years, featured over 300 singers representing a broad spectrum of South Florida communities.

Anthony is the Assistant Director of Music Ministries at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ (CGCC), where he also serves as the Minister of Liturgical Arts.

He is a singer with the Chancel Choir and CGCC's professional vocal ensemble in residence. In addition, Anthony is the Choral Director at Young Women's Preparatory Academy, a single-gender public preparatory academy for girls in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. He teaches Humanities, AP Music Theory, and AP Human Geography, and is the school's Director of Student Activities. In 2021, Anthony accepted the position of Assistant Conductor for GMCSF and also conducts their vocal ensemble, Tropical Wave.

VOCAL ENSEMBLE, TROPICAL WAVE Tropical Wave is a GMCSF vocal ensemble, led by ANTHONY CABRERA. This group performs at special events and venues that are too small for the entire chorus. It is also frequently showcased in mainstage concerts and community events.

Darren Matias, Accompanist | Ginny McCulloh, Tropical Wave Administrator TENOR 1 Brandon G. Barker Mark Blackburn Joanna Grandel-Everett Ginny McCulloh Johann Torres

TENOR 2 Jose Blanco David Gray Rick Heal Clive Ray

BARITONE Mick Ainger Aaron Bell Paul Guariglia John Lewis Charles Robinson

BASS John Chaffin Felix Fidelibus Carlos Torres Rob Young

GMCSF SOLOISTS Announced at performance.

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COMPOSER

GUEST ARTISTS

SAUNDER CHOI,

SAUNDER CHOI,

Saunder Choi, a Filipino composer and choral artist based in Los Angeles, has earned international acclaim through performances by groups such as Conspirare, the Philippine Madrigal Singers, and the Los Angeles Master Chorale. He’s the winner of the 2024 American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Raymond Brock Prize for Professional Composers. As an arranger, he has written for Lea Salonga, the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, the San Francisco Symphony, and many others.

He sings with Pacific Chorale, L.A. Choral Lab, and HEX Vocal Ensemble, as well as in film scores like Disney's The Lion King, Mulan, Avatar 2, and others. His compositions champion DEIJ themes, including immigration, racial justice, LGBTQ+ advocacy, climate justice, and representations of his Filipino-Chinese heritage. He is the Director of Music at the UU Church of Santa Monica and a teaching artist with the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Under the direction of Luke S. Frazier, Symphony of the Americas continues to enrich South Florida as one of Broward County's premier cultural institutions.

Since 1987, the orchestra has inspired audiences through dynamic performances, innovative programming, and a strong commitment to education and community engagement. Through initiatives including the SOTA Heroes Veterans Program, educational masterclasses, and a partnership with NSU's Lifelong Learning Institute, the Symphony continues its mission of transforming lives through music.

COMPOSER OF AMOR ETERNO: A REQUIEM FOR PULSE

COMPOSER OF AMOR ETERNO: A REQUIEM FOR PULSE

Symphony of the Americas' upcoming 39th season features an extraordinary roster of artists from The Metropolitan Opera, Broadway, Grammy and Tony Award-winners, and living legends of the recording industry.

saunderchoi.com

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ELISSE ALBIAN

ENRICO LAGASCA

Praised for a "glittering soprano" voice, Elisse Albian champions the collaborative magic of musical creation. They find deep joy in presenting oratorios, opera, and choral compositions. Elisse regularly performs with prestigious ensembles like Seraphic Fire, Apollo's Fire, and The Choir of Trinity Wall Street. Their impressive career includes recent solo debuts at Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center. Elisse also secured first place at the Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition at Carnegie Hall. Upcoming highlights include powerful solo performances of Handel's Messiah and Haydn's The Creation. Elisse holds a Master of Music from Mannes and brings a brilliant, versatile energy to every stage.

Filipino-American bass-baritone Enrico Lagasca is a sought-after vocalist praised for his “smooth, dark bass voice” and commanding stage presence. His repertoire features 100 oratorios, operas, and premieres.

His voice appears on five Grammynominated recordings. In the 2025 season, Enrico debuts with the Nashville and Milwaukee Symphony Orchestras. He returns to opera in 2026 in Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo with Ars Lyrica Houston. He recently performed with the St. Louis, Baltimore, and Toronto Symphonies, Tafelmusik, BachFest Leipzig, and the San Francisco Symphony. He appears regularly with leading ensembles like Bach Collegium San Diego, Trinity Wall Street, Conspirare, and Seraphic Fire.

Born in the Philippines, Enrico toured internationally with the Philippine Madrigal Singers. He studied at the University of the Philippines and the Mannes School of Music. Now based in New York City, he maintains a private voice studio and leads artist residencies at US universities.

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THANK YOU TO TONIGHT'S ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS

MURRAY STEGELMANN "On June 12, 2016, I had dinner in Orlando and awoke the next morning to hear the news of a massacre at a gay nightclub. My heart raced as I discovered my restaurant was a short distance down the same avenue as Pulse. As someone who had spent the prior couple of years wrestling with my sexual identity, I realized for the first time that being openly gay carried risks. Hate-filled individuals or foreign cultures could render a death sentence.

The following Saturday, Wilton Manors was scheduled to have its Stonewall Parade. Many of my friends didn't want to risk attending, but I decided I owed it to those who come after me to attend and not let hate win. Despite the heavy police presence, Wilton Drive felt like a combat zone but remained celebratory.

Five years later, I visited the Pulse location, where pictures and homemade posters with the stories of the victims had taken over. Not a depressing morgue, it was a celebration of 49 lives. It is their vibrant lives that I remember and honor, knowing that today is better than 10 years ago, and tomorrow will be better than today. That love triumphs over hate."

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

TENOR 1 SECTION

ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR

TENOR 2 SECTION

SOLOISTS

BARITONE SECTION

Paul Rolli & Bennett Quade Phil Cordell Steve Lutz

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Fred Boykin

Dennis St Jean

Craig Dannenbrink & CJ Jensen

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A message from the President of VictimsFirst

ZACHARY BLAIR

In the wake of the PULSE tragedy—where 49 lives were violently taken, and hundreds more were forever changed—our community was reminded, through profound devastation, that we are deeply and inextricably connected. The impact was felt well beyond Orlando, shattering lives not only across Florida but around the world. Ten years later, that impact is still lived, still carried, and still shaping our present.

Music has the power to carry our grief, hold our sorrow, and materialize our love and devotion. A chorus, at its core, is a collection of individual voices that rise together as one to become even more powerful. Invincible is a reflection of our collective experience of atrocity; underscoring that remembrance must be held with intention, care, and truth by those who understand its weight. In honoring the 49, we honor the survivors, families, and friends who continue to look out for one another in both emotional and tangible ways.

"Eternal Love" reminds us that the lives of PULSE victims, families, and survivors will never be reduced to a moment; that their lives continue in memory, in community, and in the enduring care people extend to one another every day. What we feel is not only loss—it is love, held collectively, made eternal through remembrance, survival, and the refusal to let one another carry this pain alone.

Dr. Zachary Blair President of VictimsFirst VictimsFirst is a network of surviving victims of mass casualty crimes and trusted supporters. www.victimsfirst.org

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SEASON 16 SUPPORTERS

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SINGING TONIGHT

Michel Adum

Eric Alayon

Matthew Almeida

Christian Andaya

Bruce Anderson

Josh Aragon

Reynaldo Araque

Guy Aries

Kreig Armstrong

Gio Auricchio

Derek Barbara

Brandon Barker

Robert Beaulieu

Aaron Bell

Andrew Bendik

Jorge A Bernal-Geschier

Miguel Bernard-Rivera

Henry Bernuy

Rex Beyer

Nate Bisco

Peter Bisuito

Mark Blackburn

Jose Blanco

Chris Bollinger

Fred Boykin

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LIVE AUCTION

Fernando Brierley

Renato Brito

Bradley Bush

John Campbell

John Chaffin

Rich Cinquepalmi

Bert Cohen

Ian Cohen

Steven Crespo-Carbone

Edwin Cruz

Doug Cureton

Craig Dannenbrink

Jeannine Everett

Doug Ferguson

Felix Fidelibus

Andrew Fletcher

Steven Freeman

Richard Fulks

Gerald Garcia

Brian Garrett

Steven Goldman

Jeff Goodwin

Rafael Gragert

Joanna Grandel-Everett

William Grear

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SINGING TONIGHT

Paul Guariglia

David Haas

Jason Hardie

Rick Heal

Terry Hirsh

Dean Hitsos

David Hopper

Faris Hu

Baris Ipeker

John Jackson

Fred Johnson

Gregory Johnson

James Kaufman

Hector King

Ryan Knepp

Matthew Koren

Aaron Lauer

Joseph La Valle

John Lewis

Kenny Lewis

David R. Littlefield

Joseph Long

Leo Luberecki

Brian Lundy

Julia Lutters

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Robert Marino

Ginny McCulloh

Alan McKnight

Rick Melchionno

John Melone

Tony Minella

Adam Neal

Jacob Necaise-Sachs

Ed Niese

Joshua Oberfoell

Jorge Ornelas Jr.

Nick Orr

Clayton Paterson

Steven Patterson

Michael Pellicone

Michael Ping

Eduardo Pinto

David Posadas

Carter Poust

Clive Ray

Justin Robbins

Charles Robinson

Sly Robinson

Geraldo Rodriguez

Raymond Rodriguez

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SINGING TONIGHT

Elijah Roe

Joseph Rojas

Allen Ruffner

Nick Sabato

Marcus Saitschenko

Cristopher Santos

Jose Santos

Jonathan Sanz

Brent Simmons

Donald Small

Paul Smith

Dennis St. Jean

Carlos Torres

Johann Torres

K. David Weidner

Photos Unavailable

Aubrey Williams

Quetzalcoaltl Yepez

Rob Young

Mick Ainger Thiago Bienias Brian Brown Andrew Canino Alfonso Hernandez Don Tomasello

WELCOME TO OUR SPECIAL GUEST SINGERS:

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A MESSAGE FROM THE COMPOSER OF AMOR ETERNO: A REQUIEM FOR PULSE

SAUNDER CHOI

The intersection of queer narratives and choral music is a space I care about deeply.

It's a theme I've explored in many of my works — Message Out to Sea, Generations, Our Streets: A Symphony, Verum Corpus, and others. So when Gabe reached out to me about creating a long-form piece to mark the 10th anniversary of the Pulse nightclub massacre, I was immediately moved to write a secular Requiem.

This would not be my first musical response to the tragedy. In 2016, I composed American Breakfast, a reflection on the devastating regularity of gun violence in America. The attack on Pulse was not only an act of hatred and terror — it was a direct assault on queer spaces, and by extension, on queer lives everywhere.

Requiems are traditionally masses for the dead, often set in Latin. Some of the greatest — by Mozart, Verdi, Fauré, Duruflé — have left me in awe each time I encounter them, whether through singing, conducting, or study. One of the most powerful examples in the choral canon is Brahms's Ein Deutsches Requiem. Unlike his predecessors, Brahms chose to divert from the traditional Latin Requiem mass liturgy and write his Requiem in German. He curated a selection of biblical texts with the intention of comforting the living. The work opens not with "Grant them eternal rest," but with "Blessed are they that mourn."

This framework — a Requiem that centers the living — felt like the perfect blueprint for a queer, secular requiem. Brahms' themes of grief, mourning, resistance, joy, and community are profoundly resonant. For instance, "Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen" ("How lovely is thy dwelling place") can be seen as a manifesto: the gay bar as sacred ground, a safe haven where our community gathers in both joy and sorrow. "Ihr habt nun Traurigkeit… aber ich will euch wieder sehen" ("You now have sorrow, but I will see you again") becomes a call to resilience — a reminder that we, as a queer community, must continue to show up for one another, especially as our rights and very existence are challenged again and again.

This new Requiem will be more than a commemoration or a prayer for the dead. It will be a celebration: of life, of queer spaces, and the strength, beauty, and endurance of the queer community.

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WE SING, WE REMEMBER, WE CARRY We honor the 49 victims, the survivors, and their families.

Stanley Almodovar III

Amanda Lizette Alvear

Oscar A. Aracena-Montero

Rodolfo Ayala Ayala

Antonio Davon Brown

Darryl Roman Burt II

Simón Adrián Carrillo Fernández

Luis Daniel Conde

Cory James Connell

Tevin Eugene Crosby

Anthony Luis Laureano Disla

Deonka Drayton

Leroy Valentín Fernández

Mercedez Marisol Flores

Peter González-Cruz

Juan Ramón Guerrero

Paul Terrell Henry

Frank HernándezEscalante

Miguel Ángel Honorato

Javier Jorge-Reyes

Luis Daniel Wilson León

Alejandro Barrios Martínez

Jason Benjamin Eddie Jamoldroy Christopher Josaphat Justice Andrew Leinonen

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TH

RY

THEIR LIGHT FORWARD.

Juan Chavez Martinez

Brenda Lee Gilberto Ramón Márquez-McCool Silva Menéndez

Luis Omar Ocasio-Capo

Geraldo Ortiz Jiménez

Jean Carlos Méndez Pérez

Enrique L. Rios

Yilmary Edward Rodríguez Solivan Sotomayor Jr.

Franky Jimmy De Jesús Velázquez

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Eric Ivan Ortiz-Rivera

Kimberly Jean Morris

Akyra Monet Murray

Ángel Luis Candelario Padró

Joel Rayón Paniagua

Jean Carlos Xavier Emmanuel Christopher Nieves Rodríguez Serrano Rosado Joseph Sanfeliz

Shane Evan Tomlinson

Juan Pablo Rivera Velázquez

Martin Benítez Jonathan Antonio Camuy Vega Torres

Luis Sergio Vielma

Jerald Arthur Wright

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PROGRAM: ACT 1

AMOR ETERNO: A REQUIEM FOR PULSE, COMPOSED BY SAUNDER CHOI We kindly ask you to hold your applause until the end of all seven movements.

SONG

FEATURED ARTISTS

SONG SPONSOR/COMMENT

I. How Beautiful is Our Mourning (Leo Herrera)

Sponsored by James Mallon

II. Who Has Planted Their Flesh in the Ground (Brian Sonia-Wallace)

Breathe it ALL in. We are all together always. Sponsored by Tony Minella & Dan Swaine

III. I Tilt My Head to the Heavens (Amir Rabiyah)

Enrico Lagasca

To Gary and Morris Sr, From Christian and Morris Jr., Sponsored by Christian Andaya Sponsored by James Mallon

IV. Always Belonged to the Dance (Brian Sonia-Wallace) V. Grieve with Love, Not Hate (Andrea Assaf)

Elisse Albian

In memory of my friend and chorus brother, Jim Fahy, who passed away in a tragic accident at the Pride event on this day 5 years ago. Sponsored

by Mike Pellicone

VI. No Los Olvidemos (Amir Rabiyah)

Enrico Lagasca

Dedicated to the survivors and victims’ families and friends— we honor your loved ones, hold their memory close, and we will NEVER forget. Sponsored

by Michael Ping & Brad Winnie

VII. A Vision of Heaven (Leo Herrera, Andrea Assaf, Brian Sonia-Wallace)

Elisse Albian and Enrico Lagasca

In loving memory of the 49 angels—your light continues to shine. With deep gratitude to OGC for your courage, compassion, and the music that helped carry us forward.

Sponsored by Brian Garrett

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REQUIEM IN SEVEN MOVEMENTS

LYRICS FROM AMOR ETERNO: A REQUIEM FOR PULSE BY SAUNDER CHOI

I. How beautiful is our mourning (Leo Herrera) Amor Eterno Inolvidable How beautiful is our mourning How we rise from the dead Our double lives are séance and resurrection In this era our baptized will have names Where do our ghosts go?

A baptism by fire, from a gun barrel flames as old as the Inquisition.

Pulse racing.

Close your eyes now.

How beautiful is our mourning, See the fury and light of our funeral pyres.

There is only the truth to guide us.

Where do our ghosts go?

Amor Eterno Inolvidable II. Who has planted their flesh in the ground? (Brian Sonia-Wallace) Respira el olor podrido de las flores En el jardín De sudor Respira y date cuenta Si todavía andas bajo el sol O en la sombra

Las mamás gritan Por la primavera la alquimia de la paciencia Que transforma las horas sin respuesta En convicción La rabia en acción De muerte a vida III. I tilt my head to the heavens (Amir Rabiyah) I tilt my head to the heavens & gaze upon you; languid, drifting, hot and heavy in the clouds.

What happens after bones and ash— after your scent has faded from here?

If we are stardust, are we not divine?

This is what I sing to myself.

Our time is as brief as a series of photos snapped by our blinking eyes.

If we are like Mary Magdalene, when will God appear to wash our feet and kiss our foreheads gently?

To whisper, you are good. Peace be with you.

(La paz sea contigo) Each season, I am closer to the comfort of your touch.

My pores will reach for the sun, until we meet again & I bask in all of you.

Lights rise Daybreak a symphony of hands Reach toward the earth Gather crops Sweet strawberries Tell me Who has planted their flesh in the ground?

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REQUIEM IN SEVEN MOVEMENTS

IV. Always belonged to the dance (Brian Sonia-Wallace) Bless your flesh, it can’t help but yearn, Can’t move without dancing Glory to the galaxies of sweat outshining starlight Here is heaven In the mirror of a disco ball Here is heaven In the glow of every half-seen face Here is heaven Not a promise but a now that we fight for We are what we have always been — a sacred song.

We sing your memory In the dark space you once lit up This is where we enshrine you This is where we go to find you.

We move in your memory Your lineage lives in the pulse of our feet When we leave, let us remember These bodies were never ours They’ve always belonged to the dance V. Grieve with love, not hate (Andrea Assaf) Grieve with love, not hate.

And our eternal joy shall comfort you, as house mothers comforted us when we were broken, abused, expelled – when our birth families refused to claim us, and left our bones abandoned to the cold, uncaring state. We learned to love, despite – in rituals of our own liberation: ¡A bailar con libertad! ¡Amar con libertad!

We climbed the tunnel of rebirth, to reach the sacred chamber, and inhaled the realm of the dead – We sang!

Our voices joined a chorus of ancestors: unnamed mothers, queens and martyrs, papis y cholas… We rose: 49 phoenixes aflame in our impeccable beauty, to take our place among the stars.

VI. No lo olvidemos (Amir Rabiyah) We toss and turn our blood thumps like a bass line.

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In bed, we reach for those we have lost.

The last song of the night, before closing time, before the souls are swallowed, by the night, and resurrected.

Our heart shatters each day.

Transformado para siempre.

But, yet, we somehow move on.

No lo olvidemos, no lo olvidemos, no lo olvidemos.

Mis angelitos están conmigo, we whisper into the quiet mystery, into our breathless rooms, before the dawn strikes. Sometimes there are no winners, only the rest of us falling on our knees, reaching for trust, hugging onto belief. ¡Oh, compartir nuestro dolor es honrarlos! ¡Oh, compartir cómo amaron es honrarlos!

VII. A vision of heaven (Leo Herrera, Andrea Assaf, Brian Sonia-Wallace) Blessed are the dead, for they no longer mourn.

Their spirits vibrate within us, to offer comfort and joy When the final trumpet sounds…

We all shall meet again, among the pulsing stars ¡A bailar con libertad! ¡Amar con libertad!

It is a blessing to close your eyes on the dance floor.

For what is a dancefloor, after all, but a vision of heaven.

For what is heaven but to be surrounded by loved ones, In timeless comfort and joy ¡A bailar con libertad! ¡Amar con libertad!

Honor them with action (de duelo a acción , de muerte a vida) And when change comes, We shall all rejoice.

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PROGRAM: ACT 2

SONG

FEATURED ARTISTS

SONG SPONSOR/COMMENT

Lift Every Voice & Sing.

Words by James Weldon Johnson, Music by J Rosamond Johnson, Arranged by Craig Courtney.

Quoting Nobody Knows The Trouble I’ve Seen

Soloist announced at performance

Dedicated to the lives that were lost at Pulse. We will always remember.

Sponsored by Jorge Ornelas.

Go Down, Moses Traditional Spiritual Arranged by Judy Arthur

Tropical Wave

Sponsored by Tracey Cranz.

Stand Up. Words and music

by Joshuah Campbell and Cynthia Echeumuna-Erivo, Arranged by Mac Huff

Soloist announced at performance

I'm sponsoring "Stand Up" as a call to action, to courage in the face of our challenges. Honor our fallen, honor those who came before us with action. And when change comes, we shall all rejoice.

Sponsored by Marcus Saitschenko.

In memory of Bill Spinosa.

Sponsored by Todd Masnicki.

Invincible. Music and lyrics by Sia Furler, Jesse Shatkin, Steve Mostyn, and Warren Felder.

Arranged by David Maddux.

Golden. Music and lyrics by Mark Sonnenblick, 24, Ido, Teddy Park, a.k.a. Park HungJun, Ejae a.k.a. Kim Eun-Jae. Arranged by David Maddux.

Soloist announced at performance

Sponsored with love, Todd Masnicki.

Roar. Music and lyrics by Dr. Luke, Henry, Walter, Bonnie McKee, Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, and Max Martin.

Arranged by David Maddux.

Soloist announced at performance

Honoring the victims and survivors of Pulse, Virginia Tech, and all mass tragedies: for those without a voice, we ROAR! Love, Naturally Sharp & VT a cappella. Sponsored by Mick Ainger.

Get On Your Feet. Music and lyrics by Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald, and John Defaria.

Arranged by David Maddux

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Proudly sponsored by Ronni & Dr. Jonathan Arden—"Get On Your Feet" means rise up, stand strong, and keep going with resilience & hope.

Sponsored by Ronni Arden.

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PROGRAM NOTES: ACT 2

GET ON YOUR FEET Music and lyrics by Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald, and John Defaria. Arranged by David Maddux.

We bring the Miami sound straight to our stage with this Gloria Estefan classic.

Released in 1989, the composition is famous for its vibrant brass section and infectious Latin percussion. It quickly became a Billboard smash and a defining anthem about pushing through tough times. South Florida knows how to celebrate life and resilience. We invite you to literally get on your feet. Let the rhythm move you as we close this unforgettable night.

GO DOWN, MOSES Traditional Spiritual, Arranged by Judy Arthur.

This historical spiritual carries a powerful legacy of liberation. Enslaved African Americans first sang these words as a profound demand for freedom. The lyrics often served as a code for escaping to the North. Our LGBTQ+ community understands this deep yearning for justice. Judy Arthur captures this urgency with a dynamic arrangement full of intense rhythmic energy. The bold vocal lines perfectly fit the spirit of our Invincible concert. Our voices carry the weight of those who fought before us. Singing this anthem celebrates the enduring human spirit.

South Florida remains a vibrant beacon of pride. We will keep marching together toward a brighter and more equal future.

GOLDEN Music and lyrics by Mark Sonnenblick, 24, Ido, Teddy Park, a.k.a. Park Hung-Jun, Ejae a.k.a. Kim Eun-Jae. Arranged by David Maddux.

Get ready to feel the joy with this track from the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters. The writers crafted a vibrant masterpiece that seamlessly blends theatrical Broadway energy with global K-Pop beats. It made history as the first K-Pop track to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song. It bursts with triumphant, driving energy. This song is an absolute vibe. We shine our brightest when we live authentically.

INVINCIBLE Music and lyrics by Sia Furler, Jesse Shatkin, Steve Mostyn, and Warren Felder.

Arranged by David Maddux.

This track serves as the heart of our second act. Acclaimed songwriter Sia co-wrote this massive synth-pop anthem. The composition is famous for its demanding vocal belts and sweeping, cinematic chorus. First recorded by Kelly Clarkson, the lyrics describe stepping out of hiding and into one's own power. We claim this song for the LGBTQ+ community. We are unbreakable. We are invincible.

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LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING Words by James Weldon Johnson, Music by J. Rosamond Johnson, Arranged by Craig Courtney.

Quoting Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen. Widely known as the Black National Anthem, this historic piece holds deep musical significance. The composition masterfully mirrors its uplifting message, using ascending vocal lines to physically lift the melody. From historic marches to Beyoncé's iconic 2018 Coachella performance, the song continues to inspire new generations. The brothers crafted these moving words to spark hope during deeply challenging times. We perform this to honor intersectionality in our community. We march forward together toward liberation.

ROAR Music and lyrics by Dr. Luke, Henry, Walter, Bonnie McKee, Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, and Max Martin. Arranged by David Maddux.

This massive pop hit is a defining arena rock anthem. Driven by a mid-tempo piano riff and thumping percussion, the composition perfectly matches its themes of survival. It achieved a rare Diamond certification and fueled one of the highest-rated Super Bowl halftime shows in history. The lyrics are a fierce declaration of inner strength. We sing this to celebrate finding our voice. It is the ultimate soundtrack for anyone who has ever felt silenced.

STAND UP Words and music by Joshuah Campbell and Cynthia Echeumuna-Erivo, Arranged by Mac Huff.

This powerful piece was written as the lead single for the acclaimed film Harriet.

The soaring, gospel-infused composition brilliantly builds from a quiet solo into a massive choral finale. It earned huge industry recognition, securing both Oscar and Grammy nominations for Best Original Song. The lyrics issue a sweeping call to action. We sing these words to honor those who paved the way for our rights.

This song demands courage. We stand on the shoulders of giants and continue their fight for true equality.

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ORGANIZATION

TENOR I

Josh Aragon Reynaldo Araque Derek Barbara Brandon Barker Robert Beaulieu Mark Blackburn Jose Blanco Fred Boykin Bradley Bush Andrew Canino Steven Crespo-Carbone Jeannine Everett Andrew Fletcher Rafael Gragert Joanna Grandel-Everett Michael Halpner Jason Hardie Matthew Hoover David Hopper Jim Houser Faris Hu Fred Johnson Hector King Douglas Leader Julia Lutters Ginny McCulloh Patrick McLendon Adam Neal Nick Orr Carter Poust Geraldo Rodriguez Elijah Roe Jonathan Sanz Jeff Sigler K. David Weidner

TENOR II

Matthew Almeida Bruce Anderson Guy Aries Kreig Armstrong Andrew Bendik Jorge A. Bernal-Geschier

Miguel Bernard-Rivera Thiago Bienias Rich Cinquepalmi Bert Cohen Doug Cureton Doug Ferguson Gerald Garcia Jeff Goodwin William Grear Rick Heal Alfonso Hernandez Aaron Lauer Kenny Lewis Aaron Lockley Robert Marino Samuel Martin John Melone Jacob Necaise-Sachs Adrian Novello Joshua Oberfoell Jorge Ornelas Jr. Michael Pellicone Michael Ping Eduardo Pinto David Posadas Clive Ray Joseph Rojas Brent Simmons Dennis St. Jean Johann Torres Titus Tucker Guillermo Velandia Jem Walker Quetzalcoaltl Yepez

BARITONE

Michel Adum Mick Ainger Eric Alayón Christian Andaya Jonathan Arden Gio Auricchio

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Jeremy Ballack Aaron Bell Henry Bernuy Gaston Betoled Nate Bisco Chris Bollinger Fernando Brierley Brian Brown Chuck Clarke Edwin Cruz Craig Dannenbrink Michael Foley Walter Gardner Brian Garrett David Gray Paul Guariglia Jay Hartford Dean Hitsos Baris Ipeker Gregory Johnson Paris Kessinger Matthew Koren John Lewis David R. Littlefield Joseph Long Leo Luberecki James Mallon Rick Melchionno Scott Messenger Brian Miller Tony Minella Albert Muller Ed Niese Justin Robbins Charles Robinson Sly Robinson Raymond Rodriguez Nick Sabato Cristopher Santos Kely Van Eaton

BASS

Sandy Allen Rex Beyer Peter Bisuito Renato Brito

John Burch John Campbell John Chaffin Ian Cohen Felix Fidelibus Steven Freeman Richard Fulks Wyatt Gaff Steven Goldman Mark Gracy David Haas Terry Hirsh John Jackson James Kaufman Ryan Knepp Herb Knowles Joseph La Valle Brian Lundy Alan McKnight Terry Moore Thomas G. Myers Clayton Paterson Steven Patterson Allen Ruffner Marcus Saitschenko Jose Santos Andrew Serkin Donald Small Paul Smith Don Tomasello Carlos Torres Aubrey Williams Tim Yarbrough Rob Young

NON-SINGING

Jim Aguilar Jonathan Casanas Antonio Corrente Cary Giacalone Charles Gracy David Ralph Larry Small Michael Valdez Rick Vaughan Eric Ziegler

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ARTISTIC TEAM

Gabe Salazar

Anthony Cabrera

James Smith

Artistic Director

Assistant Conductor

Production Director

Jim Houser - Production Assistant Darren Matias - Principal Accompanist Carina Inoue & Matthew Wilson - Assistant Accompanists

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

Fidel Garcia

Mark B. Kent

Edward Otto Zielke

Executive Director

Director of Marketing

Director of

and Sponsorship

Development

Doug Leib

Howard M. Yopp

Office Manager

Office Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kerry Waldee

Bradley Bush

Nick Dryfuse

Michael Foley

Board Chair

Board Vice-Chair

Secretary

Treasurer

Ronni Arden

Fred Boykin

Fernando Brierley

Gregory Connor

Director

Director

Chorus Representative

Director

Erick Eldridge

Dr. William Gannon, Jr. Nancy Kohlreiter

Director

Director

Director

Tom Nichols Director

Judy Paul

Paul Rolli

Jonathan Sanz

Director

Director

Chorus President

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

Jonathan Sanz

Michael Ping

Marcus Saitschenko

Larry Small

Chorus President

Vice President

Secretary

Membership Financial Admin.

John Lewis

Eric Alayón

VP of Diversity, Equity, Belonging, & Inclusion

VP of Community Outreach

Ginny McCulloh Tropical Wave Administrator

Reynaldo Araque

Kenny Lewis

Craig Dannenbrink

Tenor 1 Section Administrator

Tenor 2 Section Administrator

Baritone Administrator

Richard Fulks Bass Administrator

Member Appreciation Committee: John Jackson, Chair | Librarian: Larry Small & Alan McKnight. One Voice Newsletter: David Gray, Editor. Miguel Bernard-Rivera, Graphics.

Joseph La Valle, Assistant Editor. | Adrian Novello, Contributor Proofreaders: John Burch, John Chaffin, Larry Small.

HONORARY ADVISORY COUNCIL Council Chair: Harvey Shapiro | Members: Fred Boykin, Don Croxton, Mike Dager, Dino Georgiou, Gary Hoffman, Gerry Kennedy, John Olson, Bob Pagano, Joe Pallant, Don Tomasello, Rick Vaughan.

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DONOR HIGHLIGHT

WARTEN FOUNDATION

The Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida proudly recognizes the Warten Foundation for its extraordinary generosity in supporting our INVINCIBLE concert. Through its underwriting of the commissioning of Amor Eterno by composer Saunder Choi, the Foundation has made possible a deeply meaningful artistic tribute that will resonate with audiences across our community forever.

The Warten Foundation has become a cornerstone of philanthropy in South Florida, guided by a mission to honor the legacy of its late founder, Fredrick Warten. Dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ organizations and causes, the Foundation continues to reflect Fred's lifelong commitment to dignity, equality, and compassion. Following his passing in 2021 at the age of 100, Clifford Cideko assumed Chairmanship and renamed the foundation in tribute to Fredrick's enduring impact.

Under the leadership of trustees John Hand, Clifford Cideko, and Randolph James (pictured above), the Foundation's influence has been transformative. In 2025, the foundation awarded over $2.5M in grants. Their support extends well beyond the arts, with major contributions including $225,000 to Lambda Legal Defense Fund, $200,000 to ARC Broward, and $210,000 to SAGE's LGBTQ+ Elder Program.

The Foundation also champions initiatives supporting the unhoused, civil rights organizations such as the ACLU and ADL, and local pet rescue efforts.

Their longstanding commitment to the LGBTQ+ community—and to the Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida since 2022—has strengthened our ability to uplift voices, tell stories, and foster connection through music.

"The Warten Foundation is proud to underwrite this timely, original composition commemorating the upcoming 10th anniversary of the tragic Pulse Nightclub shooting. That heinous attack on the Orlando LGBTQ community and the 49 lives lost must never be forgotten. We commend the Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida for honoring and paying tribute to those we lost by making this unique piece of music, the centerpiece for their Invincible concert. May this further serve as a fitting acknowledgment of the resilience of our Florida LGBTQ community, as we continue to vie for equality, despite misguided efforts to defund our causes and erase our identifying symbols from the Florida landscape."

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LEVELS OF GIVING

IMPRESSARIOS This is a unique opportunity for our most dedicated donors to make a multi-year commitment of $10,000 or more to supporting the continued harmony of voices.* All benefits below, PLUS: Photo recognition in each mainstage concert program.

VIRTUOSI Our treasured Virtuosi are truly the consummate artists in philanthropy and generosity. Their support substantially sustains the Chorus and helps build our future.

Maestros ($20,000+) All benefits below, PLUS: A photo and biography in the program once each season Invitation to sit with the Chorus during a rehearsal Customized naming opportunity for the season Composers ($10,000 - $19,999) All benefits below, PLUS: Private dinner with GMCSF’s Artistic Director and Executive Director Name announced at concerts Featured donor spotlight in the Chorus Blog at least once each season Invitation to the Chorus’s end-of-year dinner New: Pre-concert Backstage Tour at The Parker

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Divas ($5,000 - $9,999) All benefits below, PLUS: Name displayed at concerts Producers ($2,500 - $4,999) All benefits below, PLUS: Concierge ticketing service VIP parking at Sunshine Cathedral concerts Invitations to exclusive Virtuosi receptions and events New: Virtual concert showcase with Artistic Director Gabe Salazar for each concert

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE

The Conductor’s Circle is a passionate community of supporters who generously invest in our season, enabling us to spread our messages of love and inclusion through song.

Benefactors ($1,500 - $2,499) Friends and Supporters benefits, PLUS: Invitation to select donor events Supporters ($500 - $1,499) Friends benefit, PLUS: Priority access to the best seats for our concerts Friends ($1 - $499) Listing in concert program books and GMCSF’s website *For more information, contact Fidel Garcia, Director of Development fgarcia@gmcsf.org or 954-763-2266.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

MARK B. KENT

Welcome to tonight's performance. This concert marks the end of the Chorus's 16th fabulous season and a deeply personal transition for me. After 11 incredible years, this will be my final concert serving as your Executive Director, before I retire in November of this year.

When I first stepped into this role, I knew I was joining a group with talented singers.

What I did not fully understand then is that this organization is so much more than a musical ensemble. It is a lifeline. It is a chosen family. It is a sanctuary where authenticity is celebrated and a powerful beacon of hope for the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

Reflecting on our journey over the last 11 years, I am overwhelmed by the successes we have shared. To our phenomenal singers, thank you for your vulnerability, your tireless work, and your willingness to share your authentic selves with the world. To our brilliant artistic and production teams, our board of directors, our tireless volunteers, our staff team, and our generous donors, thank you for your unwavering belief in our mission and for standing by me and the Chorus through every season. You have made my time here the greatest honor of my professional life.

As I prepare to pass the torch, I must offer a crucial charge to each of you sitting in this audience tonight. We live in a world where oppressive forces continue to push back against our progress, attempting to strip us of funding, roll back our rights, and silence our narratives. In times like these, the voice of this chorus is not just a cultural asset; it is a vital necessity in the effort to combat hate and build a better future for all people.

I urge you to continue supporting this incredible organization with your presence, advocacy, and philanthropy. Stand with this chorus as fiercely as they stand for you.

Protect this space, nurture its growth, and ensure that its music continues to echo loud enough to drown out the noise of division and prejudice.

Thank you for 11 years of unforgettable music, shared laughter, and community connections.

I look forward to joining you in the audience, cheering the Chorus on for decades to come.

With gratitude, Support us as we amplify the voices of the LGBTQ+ community.

SACAN QR CODE TO DONATE

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IMPRESARIOS

($45,000+ multi-year commitment) Fred Boykin* and Jack Killen Joseph Fletcher and Kerry Waldee

VIRTUOSI

MAESTROS ($20,000+) Dan Chadburn, Tom Nichols, and Jose Perez Philip Cordell Nick Dryfuse COMPOSERS ($10,000 - $19,999) Ronni and Jonathan* Arden John Beadel Nancy Kohlreiter Douglas J. Pew and Donald K. Croxton,

LGBT Trust Fund at The Our Fund Foundation

Paul Rolli and Bennett Quade Murry Steglemann

DIVAS ($5,000 - $9,999) Anonymous Bradley Bush* and Ray Dala Jason Ceavers John Chaffin* and Douglas Ferguson* Ian Cohen* and Thomas Lenahan Matt Conti Craig Dannenbrink* and CJ Jensen Ginny Dixon and Gisella Oliveira Marcia Hayes and Dan Prigmore Mark Kent and Kevin Daft Steve Lutz David Maddux Mark Stevens Dennis* and Constance St. Jean Gary Van Horn Peter Zimmer PRODUCERS ($2,500 - $4,999) James Banks Andrew Bendik* Trevor Bunker Michael Cook Bert Corona and Rob Russo Doug Cureton* Richard Dietz

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William Elliott and David Bacher David Gray* and Vincent Virgilio Gerry Kennedy and Paul Smith The Estate of George Kling Dr. Charles Klucka and Daniel Zeugin Robert Lindsay Ron MacDonald James Mallon* Andrew Mann Robert Massie Ginny McCulloh* and Tracey Cranz Taína and Thomas Mendoza Tony Minella* and Dan Swaine Joseph Pallant Judy Paul Michael Ping* and Brad Winnie Elbert Ruff Harvey Shapiro and Michael Dager,

Stronger Together Fund at The Our Fund Foundation

William Spinosa* and Frank Molano Donald Tomasello* and Robert Pagano Michael Valdez* and Jeffrey Thomas Jerry Vroegh Dr. K. David Weidner* and Dr. William E. Gannon, Jr.

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE

BENEFACTORS ($1,500 - $2,499) Christopher Ambs and Scott Clearwater,

Charitable Fund at The Our Fund Foundation

Robert Beaulieu* Rex Beyer* and Nick Meyer Whitney Dutton Michael Foley* and Tommy Zhang Fidel Garcia Tyler Healis Gregg Kurek John Lewis* and Dr. Louis Hemmerich Jason MacMenamin Todd Masnicki Patrick McLendon* Richard Melchionno* Robb Moss

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Mark Nogal Paul Reynolds Raymond Rodriguez* Robert Ruffner Marcus Saitschenko* Damian Siriani and Dave Oeskovic Larry Small* and David Burba Fred E. Tokowitz and Gary Hochberg SUPPORTERS ($500 - $1,499) DC Allen and Ken Flick Frank Alvarez Kreig Armstrong* Kenneth J Arruda Steven and Thomas Begert-Clark Carol Blum Bryon Bowlby and Robert Baldwin Edward Breeden Ray Brush Octavio Campos Brice Carnahan Jerry Chasen Christopher Chouinard and Harold Rodriguez Christopher Clark Chuck Clarke* Tom Cook Antonio Corrente* and Douglas K. Leib Dorothy Correnti and Lance Miller Roberta Corrigan Ronald Craddock Denise DiGioia John Dougherty Ryan Dunkley Mark Erson Michael Fernon Jamie Fowler Steven Freeman* David Fuerst Richard Fulks* and Chris Wilcox Brian Garrett* Patrice Greenwood Gary Hoffman Patricia Hommes Valerie Jaques Brian Jeffcoat David Jobin and Angel Burgos

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Matthew Kent and Brenda Moons Mark Kight and Robert Morrow John Klomp and Joseph Brannen Matthew Koren* Robert Lee James Mack Frank Maguire Robert Marino* Barry Milton and David Pitre James Morgan Sultan Nahar Adrian Novello* Jorge Ornelas* Susan Owens Clayton Paterson* Jorge Perez Stratton Pollitzer Dr. Runar Polluson and Robert Pinsky David Posadas* Susan Renneisen Mark B. Rinder and Dennis R. Ferioli Family Richard Sanders David Sanford Michael Santmyer Jonathan Sanz* Joel Shapiro David Shorey Susan Siderman Stephen Smith Wesley Stickel Jim Stork Rodney Tiedt Joseph Turney Kely Van Eaton* Richard Vaughan* and Walter Sherman Devonn Walker Preston Watkins and Philip Cross Gary Wojciechowski Durward Womack Howard Yopp Rob Young* As of 12 months ending May 22, 2026 NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure our donor listing is accurate. If, for some reason, we have made an error or omission, please accept our most sincere apologies and contact the office so that we can immediately correct our listing.

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FRIENDS ($1 - $499) Mick Ainger* and Olee Fowler Cherrie Ali Jay Allen Matthew Almeida* Christian Andaya* Bruce Anderson* John Anderson Brett Annis Michael Aptner Josh Aragon* Arturo Arambullo Reynaldo Araque* Benjamin Arden Sam Aron Gio Auricchio* Donald Bakert Jeremy Ballack* Derek Barbara* Stephen Barnhart Christopher Bates Steven Beakley Norman Beaulieu Thomas Beckwitt Mark Beigay Robert Beil Scott Bennett, Charitable Fund at The Our Fund Foundation Frederic J. Berger Miguel and Jorge Bernal-Geschier* Ronald Bernard-Rivera Henry Bernuy Thiago Bienias* Robert Birnbaum Lorraine Bisco Mark Blackburn* Jose Blanco* Robert Bogosian Robert Boo Dean Bordelon John Boscarino

Scott Bowen Brock Boyd and Doug Spellberg Wade Boyles-Hays Donald Braun Fernando Brierley* and Sebastian Balmaceda Darlene Broussard Bruce Brown Carla BuonannoStein and Jack Stein Sean Burke Anthony Cabrera John Campbell* Scott Campbell* Linda Carbo Joseph Carita Gaston Celayes Ruth Chernicoff Carolyn Cilla Rich Cinquepalmi* and Scott Meeker Kevin Clevenger Bert Cohen* and Patrick Quillen Lucy Cohen Robert Collier and Charles R.Hunkizer Ray Collins Joel Compton Matthew Craig Stephen Crespo-Carbone* Edwin Cruz* Craig Cunningham* Michael Cyrus Mary Davenport-Yant Bill Gunning-Davis Francisco Dezayas Marc Dickerman Harold Dioquino and Marty Childers Beverley Douglas Mala Eckerling

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Charley Egan Craig Eicher and William Mesis Tim England Christian Essl Jeanine Everett* and Joanna Grandell Everett* Andre Fabricant Stephen Fallon Felix Fidelibus* Jessica Finch Melody Fiore Sebastian Fiore Andy Fischman George Fisher Andrew Fletcher* Peter Flyzik and William Beck Susan Foley John Foster Abel Fouche Zachary Freeman Susan Friedopfer Wyatt Gaff* Gerald Garcia* Marshall George Jack Gerard Frankie Goldsmith Steven Green and Johnny Miller Peter Grossman Michael Halpner* and Steven Director Paul Hamaty Jason Hardie* Alex Harrison Jay Hartford* and Lloyd Hartford David Harvey Anna Haskin Steven Haughton Rick Heal II* Alfonso Hernandez* Steven Hersh Mary L. and William

Hines Terry Hirsh* Joshua Hoffman Lauren Holden Ray Hookim Matthew Hoover* Louis Horvath Jim Houser* Baris Ipeker* John Jackson* Edward Jankowski Fred Johnson* Christopher Johnson Ryan Johnson James Kane Kevin Kane and Keith A. Smith Bonnie MoranKappenhagen Andrew Katzen Gustavo Kauffman James Kaufman* Lisa Kennedy Tae Kim Hector King Tamayo* Stuart Kisselovich and Steven Patterson* Stacey Koltonow Christopher M. Kron Rosie Kurlander Howard Kurzwell Daniel Lacroix Laura Lanou Rafael Layzequilla Joseph La Valle* Daniel Lacroix Laura Lanou Jay Lechler Sami Lerner Kenny Lewis* Peter Lichtenthal David R. Littlefield* Donald LoCascio

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Jeff Lolli Joseph Long* Michael Loscalzo Leo Luberecki* Carol Lutters Julia Lutters* Edward Lyons Derek Mann Rachel Marmor Samuel Martin* Darren Matias Austin Matthews Erwin Mayer Monica McAfee Patrick McCabe David McClain Jeff McGhehey Bryan McGreal Michael McKeever Alan McKnight* John Melone* Michael Mendillo and Michael Albericci Judith Merrill Melanie Merriman Scott Messenger* Darlene Meyer Brian Miller* Glenn Miller Robert Miller Beatrice Molano Michelle Molano Hany Moustafa Albert Muller*

Adam Neal* Eric Nelson Rebecca Nelson Alan Newman Ed Niese* Brenda O'Briant Tony Oakley Joshua Oberfoell* John Olson Whitney Olson Marty Onieal Dianne Orr Nick Orr* Gilles Ouellet* Monty Parnello John Patrick Stein Pedersen Michael Pellicone* Paul Petrella Philip Petri Marianne Pink Eduardo Pinto* Albert Plude Julia Porter Roger Posey Carter Poust* Doug Preston Douglas Prew Nicholas Prokos Patrick Quillen and Bert Cohen* Daniel Radu David Ralph* Asa Ratliff and Stephen Barnhart

Rosanna Rebolledo Lee Rickles Karen Riley Charles Robinson* Geraldo Rodriguez* Leanna Rodriguez Glen Rogers Margaret Rogers Andy Rogow and Lloyd Stevens Irwin Rosen Aaron Rosenberg Deborah Roth John Ruark Kenny Russell Nick Sabato* Guillermo Salinas Cristopher Santos* Andrew Sargent Karen Schlegel Andrew Scott Richard Seaver Andrew Serkin* Ingrid Shea Jeff Snyder Scott Sobel Jason Sotka Jack B. Stein and Peter Meccariello Lee Streby Steve Stuart Kristen Sudduth Thomas Sullivan Diana Swords Joyce Tabbs

Raymond Taratoot Gregory M. Tefft H J Thomas Ray Thrower Joeleah Tighe Alex Toussaint Karl Trappe Titus Tucker* Bradley Tyler Joseph La Valle Blake Velde Georgia Verven Randy Villarreal Andrew Vitrone and Jeffrey Goodwin* Gina Walker Jem Walker* Michael Weber Robyn Weiner Norma Wells David Welsh Jane Wexton Aubrey Williams* and Christopher Michaels Ross Wright Kerry Yelle Quetzalcoaltl Yepez* Eric Ziegler* and Ross Kemp Edward Otto Zielke Mindy Zimmerman David Zury

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GMCSF PEGASUS SOCIETY WE’VE COME SO FAR IN OUR LIFETIME Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!

Many of us recall a time when television would never show two people of the same gender sharing a kiss… or holding hands. Now, we live in a time when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of marriage equality. We've accomplished a great deal, yet there is still much more to do. Since the late 1970s, the LGBTQ+ Choral Movement has been a crucial tool for advocacy, unity, and education. GMCSF is proud to continue this legacy through our music. We are pleased to serve as cultural ambassadors for our community, providing a voice for those who may not have one.

Help ensure this work continues by joining The Pegasus Society's planned giving program. In addition, by including GMCSF in your estate planning, you can help sustain our organization and keep our voices active for many years to come.

We invite you to join the members of The Pegasus Society today. If you want to amend your current estate, contact Fiel Garcia at (954) 763-2266 ext. 111 or fgarcia@gmcsf.org.

Establish a legacy fund by contacting The Our Fund Foundation: 954-565-1090 | legacy@theourfund.org.

Members: D.C. Allen Mark Benson Robert Benson Fred Boykin John Burch Christopher Chouinard Donald Croxton Michael B. Dager Craig Dannenbrink Kenneth Flick Dr. William E. Gannon Jr. Fidel Garcia Mitchell Grant Paul Guariglia Craig (CJ) Jensen Marty Kaplan Gerald Kennedy Jack Killen Charles Nicoll Bob Pagano Michael Pellicone Harvey H. Shapiro Steven G. Shapiro Paul Smith Ralph Stivali Don Tomasello Charles Walter Dr. K. David Weidner Richard Wetzler

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In Remembrance: George V. Brown Greg Futchi John Hohl Peter Kimball Dr. George Kling Al LaMorges Douglas Jackson Pew

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