The Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus Presents
Big Hits, Big Flicks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SYRACUSE, NY -
The Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus will present its spring concert “Big Hits, Big Flicks” at Lincoln Middle School, 1613 James Street, Syracuse, on Friday, May 7 and Saturday, May 8, 2010. Both performances are at 8:00 P.M.
Dick Clark once said, “Music is the soundtrack of your life.” This concert celebrates the music of the movies with great renditions of songs pulled from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Amistad and The Sound of Music. It’s an evening of familiar, dance-inducing music that will make you recall where you were when you heard each number. Audience members can look forward to such hits as All That Jazz, Lean on Me, and The Pink Panther Theme.
The Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus, which is in its 19th season, is a community choral ensemble of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people and their allies, dedicated to providing and performing an eclectic and entertaining offering of quality choral music which reflects the diverse nature of our community and serves to unite us with the wider community around us. The Chorus has performed at a variety of local events, including AIDS Awareness Day, Crime Victims’ Memorial, the annual Pride Parade, the Great New York State Fair and the Westcott Cultural Festival.
Ticket prices are as follows: Advance Sales: Adult $15, Seniors and Students $12, Children under 12 $9. Door Sales: Adult $18, Seniors and Students $15, Children under 12 $9.
Advance tickets can be bought online at www.syrglc.org or at Lavender Inkwell Bookshop, 304 North McBride Street, Syracuse, NY 13203.
For additional information please contact Justin Sawyers, Chorus Chair at chair@syrglc.org or visit our website at www.syrglc.org.
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The Syracuse Gay & Lesbian Chorus Presents
The GALA Choruses Board of Directors announced today that Festival 2012 will be held in Denver, Colorado, July 7-13, 2012. Denver offers delegates a winning combination of world-class performance halls, comfortable and sunny summer weather, and an assortment of hotel, food and entertainment options all within easy walking distance. Denver is also a popular gateway for further exploration of the beautiful Rocky Mountains and other national scenic treasures. Board chair Jeffrey Ayres commented, “We are thrilled with the opportunities for Festival in Denver and look forward to infusing our continuing emphasis on music and mission into Festival 2012 through creative programming.”


