In Our Community
Advocacy Beyond Orchestra Hall
Our three-concert season at Orchestra Hall is only part of the story. Throughout the year, Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus brings music into communities around Minnesota, where our advocacy for LGBTQ+ equality and belonging can be heard up close. You'll find us at Pride events, rallies, schools, faith communities, and partner organizations, to name a few. Most of these performances feature our small ensembles, Borealis & OutLoud! Borealis is a tenor-bass chamber ensemble that sings a diverse repertoire from Bach to Bologna, and OutLoud! is our vibrant, high-energy pop ensemble. And sometimes the full Chorus performs out into the community, too!
Browse performances open to the public below. Admission varies by event, so check each listing for details, then come join us!
Borealis in Roseville, MN with Choral Arts Treble Singers
Roseville, MN
Confluence brings together two distinctive Minnesota choirs for a weekend of collaborative performances celebrating artistry, connection, and shared expression. Featuring Choral Arts Treble Singers under the direction of Dr. Ryan Deignan and the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus Borealis Chamber Singers under the direction of Dr. Gerald Gurss, these concerts highlight the unique strengths of each ensemble while exploring the expressive possibilities of voices and communities coming together.
Borealis in Rochester, MN with Choral Arts Treble Singers
Rochester, MN
The second performance of Confluence.
This concert brings together two distinctive Minnesota choirs for a weekend of collaborative performances celebrating artistry, connection, and shared expression. Featuring Choral Arts Treble Singers under the direction of Dr. Ryan Deignan and the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus Borealis Chamber Singers under the direction of Dr. Gerald Gurss, these concerts highlight the unique strengths of each ensemble while exploring the expressive possibilities of voices and communities coming together.
Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus in St. Peter, MN - The Light We Share
St. Peter, MN
This December 5th, the Mankato Community Queer Choir, the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Saint Peter Community Choir are joining forces in a landmark collaborative concert designed to shine a light on the strength, diversity, and warmth of our regional community.
Come experience the magic when local voices unite. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors, and let’s share the light together!
Borealis in Minneapolis - Westminster Performing Arts Series
Minneapolis, MN
Borealis is a dynamic tenor-bass chamber ensemble from Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus, dedicated to creating powerful musical experiences that inspire and uplift. With a passion for artistry and a commitment to inclusivity, Borealis performs a diverse repertoire that spans historic, contemporary, and cultural genres of choral music. This 20-voice ensemble, directed by Gerald Gurss, sings Bach to Bologna. Through heartfelt (and sometimes comical) performances, community engagement, and a mission to promote equality and belonging, Borealis uses the power of music to connect, heal, and celebrate the voices of all.
OutLoud! Performs the National Anthem at the MNUFC Pride Match
Hear OutLoud! perform the National Anthem at Minnesota United’s Pride Match!