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| ABOUT US |
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Founded in 1985, Lavender Light is a mixed chorus (women and men). Although the group
encompasses many ethnic and spiritual backgrounds, the choir provides a special ministry
to black lesbians and gays, who have historically been pressured by their communities to
choose between their blackness and their gayness. Our repertoire includes gospel (old
and new), spirituals, and anthems. We produce two full concerts a year and frequently
appear as guests at community functions from church services to Gay Pride rallies.
Past appearances have included Urban Bush Women's "Praise House"; the pilot episode of
"In the Life"; the People of Color Joint Kwanzaa Ceremony; Mayor David N. Dinkins' Tribute
to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at City Hall; and Empire State Pride Agenda's 1999 annual
fundraiser with keynote speakers President Bill Clinton and Senator Chuck Schumer.
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| MISSION STATEMENT |
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Lavender Light Gospel Choir is dedicated to keeping alive the black gospel music tradition
in an environment supportive to lesbian and gay people, with a special ministry to black
lesbians and gays. Through our performances and recordings, we seek to uplift, entertain
and educate. We strive to be a visible force in this world, offering strength, peace and
hope to our members and to our audiences.
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