Rainbow Chorus
The Rainbow Chorus is the largest community LGBTQ+ SATB choir in the south-east outside of London. Based in Brighton & Hove we have been celebrating diversity through music since 1997 and welcome people from all sections of our community. Strength in Harmony!
It all began in1997 when Pippin Boardman, our first MD and 8 fledgling members started the choir at the Brighton Lesbian & Gay Centre. Since then the chorus has grown tenfold, and performs at two concerts per year as well as local and national community events. A recent review of one of our concerts said: “An evening out with the Rainbow Chorus is more than just going to a concert, it’s an expression of belonging, solidarity and inclusion that defines the very notion of community that many aspire to in Brighton and Hove.” We are thrilled to be part of the winning team for Various Voices 2030 and can’t wait to welcome you all to Brighton in four years time!
Taking part in the Various Voices festival is incredibly important for the Rainbow Chorus as it aligns with or core beliefs in offering choirs a platform to be seen and heard in a public setting, promoting inclusion, equality, and human rights for LGBTQ+ people. Singing in front of lovely audiences boosts confidence and pride in one’s identity, and it’s a moment of joy and affirmation- especially for members who may not always feel safe or accepted in their daily lives.