| 1. With respect to the world at large,
we seek to provide access to classical choral music to as broad
an audience as possible, including people who might not otherwise
attend such performances or who might not be familiar with such
music. In addition, we hope by our existence, our performances,
and our music to build bridges, foster communication, and promote
understanding among otherwise disparate communities.
2. With respect to the world of music, we expect to enhance the
choral tradition with our performances of a variety of music beyond
the standard repertoire, including works by contemporary composers,
women, and people of diverse sexual orientations and racial and
cultural backgrounds. To this end we also expect to commission
choral works.
3. With respect to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender
world, we intend, through our presence as a visible and vocal GLBT
arts organization, to counteract internalized |
and external homophobia and to serve as one model
of a successful GLBT group. We also hope to exemplify the
diverse talents, interests, and backgrounds of the lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender communities. In addition, we intend
to actively support organizations that value, serve, and affirm
those communities.
4. With respect to the membership of Coro Allegro, we seek to provide
an environment that is supportive of our individual diversities
and that is affirming for us as members and friends of the lesbian,
gay, bisexual and transgender communities. We intend to develop
a membership that is diverse in terms of race, culture, and ethnicity.
We expect to foster continued musical growth and appreciation of
our members as well as to provide opportunities for personal growth
through service to the organization. Finally, we expect to
participate together in creating a choral organization that is welcoming,
challenging, and fun for all its members. |
