The mission of the award-winning Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC is to entertain through excellent musical performance, to affirm the place of gay people in society, and to educate about the gay experience.
D.C.’s Different Drummers is an LGBTQI+ music organization welcoming ALL musicians as it fosters pride, inclusivity, and engagement with the greater Washington, D.C. region through music. With a membership of over 150 people, DCDD has multiple ensembles – including a symphonic band, marching band, jazz band, winter guard, and multiple small ensembles — that perform year-round across the DC metro region. A founding member of the Pride Bands Alliance, a member of TeamDC, and Pride Partners of the Capital Pride Alliance, DCDD aims to foster pride, community, and inclusivity through music.