Lesbian and Gay Band Association (LGBA) is an international musical organization of concert bands and marching bands. LGBA was formed in 1982 as "Lesbian and Gay Bands of America" when seven independent lesbian and gay bands met formally in Chicago.
LGBA currently includes 27 bands in the United States, Canada and Australia. In 2003 LGBA voted to conduct business as the Lesbian and Gay Band Association, to reflect the international diversity of the membership. The Lesbian and Gay Band Association remains dedicated to its original goals:
- Providing a network of lesbian and gay bands at all stages of development.
- Promoting music as a medium of communication among people.
- Improving the quality of artistic and organizational aspects of member bands.
- Stimulating public interest in the unique art form of community band music in our culture.
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