One Voice Mixed Chorus, Minnesota’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, and straight allies (LGBTA) community chorus, was formed in 1988-one of the first choruses in the country to bring together men and women from the GLBT and allied communities. The intent was to unite for a common goal of creating social change through music; the gay and lesbian communities had already begun working together to address the AIDS crisis, which had reached astronomical proportions, and it was clear that further social change was needed.

Today, One Voice is one of the largest LGBTA choruses in North America. It is comprised of 125 men and women of diverse cultural backgrounds, from ages 14 to 81, drawn together as members and allies of the GLBT community. Being a member of One Voice is a profound experience for many chorus members, affecting their sense of identity and connection to community. One Voice could not exist without the volunteer efforts of its members and supporters, who contribute 4,000 to 5,000 volunteer hours annually. Together, we dedicate our time and energy to the One Voice mission: “Building community and creating social change by raising our voices in song.”

Join One Voice on a musical journey honoring winter holiday traditions from across the globe: Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Pagan Solstice, Christmas, Diwali (the Hindu Festival of Lights), Mawlid an-Nabi (Sufi birth of Mohammed), Dr. Martin Luther King Day and New Year’s. A Midnight Queer is sure to warm your heart as we celebrate this season of light and darkness. – Jane Ramseyer Miller