named programs · 2 · from sources
what they call their work
Fifth Section
A volunteer group that supports the chorus with various activities including raffles, special events, props, costumes, ushering, ticket management, snack management, and rehearsal setup/cleanup.
Reverb
A smaller ensemble within the chorus that performs community outreach partnerships and collaborations.
activities · 4 clusters
what they do
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Commissioning New Musical Works 2 activities
- Commissioning Original Musical WorksCommissions original musical works from artists such as Nehemiah Luckett and Julio Morales to expand the choral repertoire.
- Commissioning original musical worksCommissions original musical works from artists such as Nehemiah Luckett and Julio Morales.
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Choral Touring & Performance Exchange 2 activities
- International and Domestic Performance ToursUndertakes international and domestic performance tours, including participation in events like the GALA Chorus Festival and collaborations in other cities and countries, to promote human rights, diversity, and a world free from AIDS.
- International musical performances and collaborationsPerforms music internationally to promote human rights, diversity, and a world free from AIDS, and travels to other cities and countries for collaborations and events like the GALA Chorus Festival.
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Orchestral and Choral Concert Performances 1 activity
- Organizing and Performing Choral ConcertsOrganizes and performs choral concerts, including seasonal concerts and tribute performances, at venues such as the Temple of Music and Art. This includes managing rehearsals, event logistics, and volunteer support for various aspects of the performances.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Advocacy against anti-transgender legislationDenounces executive orders that target the transgender community.
- Advocacy for LGBTQ+ RightsEngages in advocacy by denouncing executive orders that target the transgender community.
- Organizing and performing musical concertsOrganizes and performs musical concerts, including seasonal concerts and tribute shows, at venues such as the Temple of Music and Art. These performances are supported by volunteer efforts for various logistical tasks.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$183K
Contributions & grants$105K57%
Program service revenue$31K17%
Investment income$5590%
Other revenue$46K
expenses
Total expenses$135K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$51K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$132K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$117K
1 years on record · 2021–2021
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keith Koster | Artistic Director | 20 | $26K |
relationships · 19
who they work with
- Amphi Schools Partner — Artistic Director Keith Koster was a retired educator for Amphi Schools, where he taught chorus and musical theater.
- BreakOut Studios Partner — Marketing & Communications Specialist Jaimee Fagg is the Studio Manager at BreakOut Studios.
- Desert Voices Partner — Artistic Director Keith Koster is a past Artistic Director of Desert Voices.
- GALA Partner — Artistic Director Keith Koster served on the GALA Board for four years and created youth policies for GLBTQ youth inclusion in GALA Choruses and events.
- GALA Festival Partner — Performed at the GALA Festival 2024 in Minneapolis.
- Gay Men’s Chorus of Hawaii (GMCofH) Partner — Chorus Manager TJ Steib sang with the Gay Men’s Chorus of Hawaii.
- Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) Partner — Chorus Manager TJ Steib sang with the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles.
- Great Lakes Men’s Chorus Partner — Artistic Director Keith Koster is the founder and past Artistic Director of Great Lakes Men’s Chorus.
- Honolulu International Film Festival Partner — Chorus Manager TJ Steib played a part on the Honolulu International Film Festival’s programming team.
- Julio Morales Partner — Commissions music from this artist.
- Life Moves Dance Company Partner — Marketing & Communications Specialist Jaimee Fagg dances with the Life Moves Dance Company.
- Music and Dance Academy Partner — Marketing & Communications Specialist Jaimee Fagg teaches at Music and Dance Academy.
- Nehemiah Luckett Partner — Commissions music from this artist.
- Puerto Vallarta Gay Men’s Chorus Partner — Collaborates with the Puerto Vallarta Gay Men’s Chorus through travel and joint performances.
- Shelter at Saguaro Christian Church Partner — Artistic Director Keith Koster is the Creative Worship Director, accompanist, and bandleader for Shelter at Saguaro Christian Church.
- TransEquality.org Partner — Refers to TransEquality.org for information on executive orders targeting the transgender community.
- Tucson International Film Festival Partner — Chorus Manager TJ Steib is active with the Tucson International Film Festival.
- Tucson Repertory Orchestra Partner — Accompanist Dr. Kyungsun Choi appeared as a soloist with Tucson Repertory Orchestra.
- Tucson Symphony Orchestra Partner — Accompanist Dr. Kyungsun Choi performed with Tucson Symphony Orchestra.