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After doing two concerts in the last few years dedicated to all the fabulous female divas who have created the sound tracks to our lives, I figured it was time to pay attention to the guys! So here it is: Let’s Hear It For the Boys, a celebration of male singers — both groups and soloist — who have also helped create the sound tracks of our lives. We are going to start our trip back in the swinging ’60s, when that most famous of all boy groups, the Beatles, burst on to the scene! Along the road we will visit such iconic groups as The Beach Boys, Queen, Journey, and Coldplay; plus iconic music from solo artists like David Bowie, Michael Bublé, Pharrell Williams, and the incomparable George Michael. And to top it all off, who could beat The Village People? When I look at this program it strikes me just how different we are. Some of us think of boy bands as the Beatles, the Beach Boys, or Queen. Others hear the words Boy Band and go right to NSYNC. Some people think of David Bowie and George Michael as two of the greatest lead singers ever. Others may go to Freddy Mercury or even Pharrell Williams. And then there is me. I missed most of this entirely — my favorite boy bands from my youth were led by Bach, Beethoven and Brahms. I learned everything I know of pop music from my husband, Bill, and from the boys in the BGMC. Come to think of it though, there might have been a few nights dancing to The Village People back in college! I say all the time that at the BGMC we tell you the story of our lives. We will tell you the stories of many lives. We are all different, yet, we are all very much the same. Fantastic words to live by these days! Sit back and enjoy — we’re gonna rock your world!

Reuben M. Reynolds, III, Music Director Reuben M. Reynolds, III, has been the Music Director of the BGMC since December,1997. After earning undergraduate degrees in both economics and music, Mr. Reynolds received his Master of Music degree from Louisiana State University where he was teaching assistant to Metropolitan Opera soprano Martina Arroyo, and was on the conducting staff of the Baton Rouge Lyric Opera. In Kansas City, Mr. Reynolds served as Music Director of the Heartland Men’s Chorus from 1989 to 1998 and was also Conductor of the Philharmonia of Kansas City and the Kansas City Civic Opera Theatre. In the summer of 1994, Mr. Reynolds made his European debut conducting the Bohuslav Martinu Philharmonic Orchestra and the Beethoven Chamber Orchestra of Ostrava, Czech Republic. He returned to the Czech Republic to conduct the West Bohemia Symphony Orchestra in 1995. Reuben spent the summer of 1998 in St. Petersburg, Russia, conducting the Hermitage Camerata in the Catherine the Great Theatre. Mr. Reynolds has commissioned more than 20 major pieces and hundreds of arrangements in his career. The Boston Globe describes his conducting as “expert and idiomatic.” 5

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WELCOME Let’s Hear it for the Boys. As a gay men’s chorus it’s almost a no-brainer to have a concert with music by male groups, male divas and boy bands. I’ve had the privilege of hearing this concert come together over these past few months and each rehearsal has been a celebration and affirmation of who we are. The music demands it and the times we live in require it. We love who we are and we’re not going to go backwards. There’s a party going on—and you’re part of it! We create musical experiences to inspire change, build community, and celebrate difference. Your support makes our important work possible. Talk to your friends about us. Bring them to a chorus event. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Like us on Facebook. Download our app. Take a selfie (at intermission) and post it to your social media. Make sure you are on the mailing list and the email list. Audition. And, of course, donations are always welcome. Individual contributions fill the gap between corporate giving and ticket sales, which constitute less than half of BGMC’s income. We are able to make an impact in the community thanks to the talents of hundreds of singers and volunteers. We especially thank our foundation and corporate sponsors for their ongoing support: Bank of America, jetBlue and IVF New England. Thank you for being part of the BGMC family. Have fun today!

Craig Coogan, Executive Director

Craig Coogan joined the BGMC as Executive Director in October 2012. He is an expert in developing strategies and programs to help GLBTA and other nonprofit organizations achieve their operational and artistic goals. Craig brings experience in both the for-profit and non-profit arenas. He previously served as Executive Director for One Voice Mixed Chorus in St. Paul, Minnesota, and was a founding board member and treasurer for ten years of the acclaimed Women’s choral group Vox Femina Los Angeles. A graduate of Syracuse University, he has produced independent films, award-winning documentaries, and acclaimed original plays. 7

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LEWANA CLARK, American Sign Language Interpreter LeWana Clark has been the American Sign Language interpreter for the BGMC since 1989. She creates a unique interpretation that incorporates not only the lyrics that are sung but also the tone and musical qualities of the melody. She provides communication access services for Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, and non-deaf consumers in Boston, across the Commonwealth, nationally and internationally. Although she spends most of her time working in court or in other legal settings, she’s also qualified to interpret in medical, mental health, governmental, educational and theatrical/performing arts settings. To further her professional credentials, LeWana is currently working on her doctorate degree at Gallaudet University in Washington D.C. Lewana has been the American Sign Language Interpreter for the BGMC since 1989. 9

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Since its founding in 1982 the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus has infused itself into the LGBT community of Boston. It has also reached out beyond that community into the political, social and arts arenas. As a staunch supporter of LGBT causes, the Chorus has distinguished itself by performing for every major AIDS service organization in the area, several Human Rights Campaign annual fundraising dinners, various events during Pride Week in Boston, the Fenway Men’s Event dinner, and is the main draw for Provincetown’s annual December community holiday celebration, Holly Folly. The Chorus has created innovative collaborations with organizations including Greater Boston PFLAG, GLSEN Boston, AIDS Action Committee, and more. The Chorus sang at the inaugural gala for Governor Charlie Baker, the first LGBT group to perform for a New England governor or for any Republican inaugural in the U.S.

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The BGMC was an active participant in the same-sex marriage movement, becoming a role model for other choruses throughout the world. The BGMC performed at numerous events and hand delivered CDs of itself singing “Marry Us” to every Massachusetts state legislator. Each year the BGMC donates hundreds of tickets to LGBTQ student organizations and to people living with HIV. The Chorus also donates tickets and CDs to support dozens of Boston area non-profit causes. The Chorus has been invited to perform concerts at dozens of open and affirming faith communities and schools throughout New England, bringing its message and music directly to thousands of people in urban, suburban, and rural locales, helping to create new allies for the LGBT community. Proceeds from community concerts go to support GSAs and other supportive groups. Since the program’s inception the BGMC has helped raise $536,500 and brought a vital lifeline to youth organizations. 13

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The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. Founded in 1982, the 175-voice ensemble is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, and groundbreaking community outreach. Under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Reuben M. Reynolds, III, the BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music and creates social change by providing a positive, affirming image of the gay and lesbian community. The Chorus is heard live by more than 10,000 people each season and thousands more through recordings, television, and internet broadcasts. CBS-WBZ recently named The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus one of the “top 5” choruses in the city of Boston. In June 2015 BGMC became the first GLBT chorus to tour the Middle East. bgmc.org

PURPOSE To inspire

MISSION The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus creates musical experiences to inspire change, build community and celebrate difference.

CORE VALUES • We’re a family with a tradition of excellence • We provide a safe and welcoming community to be ourselves • We make music that makes us and our audiences proud • We operate with integrity • We genuinely care for each other; bringing out the best of each other – we are at our best as a group • We change hearts and minds through our presence and our music • We are from diverse backgrounds but have a shared passion for music • We choose to give our time and talents – giving back more than we get • We have fun! 15

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Let’s Hear it

for the Boys REUBEN M. REYNOLDS, III Music Director

CHAD WEIRICK Principal Accompanist Assistant Music Director

MICHELLE CHASSÉ Stage Director Choreographer

DOUGLAS LIPPINCOTT MARK PUCCI ANNE DESBACH

LEWANA CLARK American Sign Language Interpreter

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DANCERS: Izzy Berdan Nick LaPete Bill Casey Raheem Lee Kyle Crand Michael Lombo, Dance Captain Matthew Robert Honeycutt Christopher Murray Samuel Johnson Derek Ternullo Stephen Trumble

SPECIAL THANKS Archives housed at Northeastern University, Giordana Mecagni, Archivist Thank you for turning off all electronic devices that might make any noise and disturb both audience and performers. The use of all cameras and audio/ video recorders is prohibited by U.S. Copyright law. Sit back and enjoy the live performance! 17

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Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds John Lennon, Paul McCartney arr. Kevin Robinson

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Across the Universe

John Lennon, Paul McCartney arr. Kevin Robinson Nowhere Man John Lennon, Paul McCartney arr. Kevin Robinson Yellow Submarine John Lennon, Paul McCartney arr. Kevin Robinson

Open Arms

Jonathan Cain, Steve Perry arr. Rylan Carpena, Paul Saccone Michael Barber, soloist

I Get Around

Brian Wilson, Mike Love arr. Ed Lojeski

Life on Mars

David Bowie arr. Steve Milloy

A Sky Full of Stars

Tim Bergling, Guy Berryman, Jonathan Buckland, William Champion and Christopher Martin arr. Charles Beale

Home

Michael Bublé, Alan Chang, Amy Foster-Gillies Paul Consoli, soloist

The Cagles

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Jackson 5

Never Can Say Goodbye Clifton Davis

Dancing Machine

Hal David, Donald Fletcher, Weldon Parks

ABC

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I Am What I Am

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Freedom 90

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Let Me Live

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Don’t Stop Me Now

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Who Wants to Live Forever?

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Great Big World

Say Something

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Happy

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The Music of My Heart

One Direction

What Makes You Beautiful

Rami Yacoub, Savan Kotecha, Carl Anthony Falkarr arr. Michael Alfea

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In the Navy

Jacques Morali, Henri Belolo, Victor Willis arr. David Maddux Michael Lombo, soloist

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TENOR 2 Jonathan Bardwell Franck Baudry Keith Bell Donald Bigwood Christopher Robert Blank Frederick Brown Michael Cabrera Bill Casey William Cattey Christopher Chagnon Brett Masami Chin Thomas J. Choinski

Paul Consoli Jason L. Courtney Sean Crookes Marcel D’Anjou Tod Davis Guy DeAngelis Kongxiang Duan Naoya Enomoto Jaime Enrique Estrada Valles Josh Feinstein William Ford Jim Freiman Johnny Gall Steven Goecke Charles Gracy Samuel Johnson Alex Kapitan Paul Joseph Keaney Nick LaPete Michael J. Leclerc Raheem Lee Edward J. LeMay Sean McLaughlin Kilian Melloy Matthew Moura Joel Nosek Victor Ramos Tim Rogers Kevin Schattenkirk Thomas Sheehan III Bill Spera David Stockton David F. Story Stephen Trumble Demetrius Tuck

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ENCORE CIRCLE The generosity of individuals, corporate sponsors and foundations provide nearly half of the BGMC’s annual revenue. Gifts may be made however is most convenient for you: • Online at bgmc.org • Text GIVEBGMC to 41411 • Call 617-542-SING • Donation envelopes upon request • Mail to 95 Berkeley Street, Suite 410, Boston, MA 02116 Recurring pledges from your credit card can be easily set by contacting the office or visiting bgmc.org. If you work for a company that matches employee gifts to cultural organizations, please send in your matching gift form or call the Chorus office at 617-542-7464. To see if your company matches, ask your HR department or visit the website matchinggift.com.

The following list represents cumulative gifts between March 1, 2016 and March 1, 2017. Gifts include all cash and in-kind donations, purchases of event tickets and amounts paid for winning auction items. Donations of auction items are not included. In the event of an error or omission, please contact the office.

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ENDOWMENT FUNDS The Paul and Edith Babson Foundation Bequest of John Bryant Bequest of Wayne P. Drake

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CONDUCTOR: $500 TO $999 Keith Bell and Brian Shannon Edward Boesel Barbara Cattey David Chen and Peter J. Crosby Thomas J. Choinski and Stephen L. Jewett Guy R. Croteau Michael Cutillo Margaret Diamond Ann Dunlap Zach Durant-Emmons and Willis Emmons Maureen Ellis Joshua R. Foster Denise Fox Drs. Bill Gannon and David Weidner James Glavin Adam Greenfield George Hallberg Ken and Jean Jones

Jean E. Jonah Todd Katzman and Marc LaCasse Glenn McGuire Kevin A. Mihal Steve Nelson Marrufo & Joe Sasso Pyle Rome Ehrenberg PC Peter Ray Kevin Rice and Antonio Dominguez Piqueras William C. Sano Leonard Sapienza Adrienne Solari Dave Story Michael Sullivan The Klarman Family Foundation Luis John Valdez Jr. Joseph C. Veneto Brian Wiley and Michael Byrne Ron Willett and Bill Mitchell 29

ADDITIONAL CREDITS NICHOLAS PANAGIOTOU AND ANDY CHAU THOMPSON HOWELL SUSAN RYAN-VOLLMAR / INFLUENCE CONSULTING MICHAEL J. LECLERC ALFRED GORDON O’CONNELL / PYLE ROME EHRENBERG PC CHARLES R. ANDERSON, JR.

Advertising sales Announcer Communications Copyeditor & Proofreader Counsel eMusic coding

BARBARA GOTTLIEB

Graphics

JOEL E. FRIEDMAN

New Member Coordinator

GRETJEN HELENE

Production Photographer

REBECCA KOPYCINSKY AND MICHAEL WILLER

Videographers

TICKETING & CRM TECHNOLOGY

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ENCORE CIRCLE DIRECTOR: $250 TO $499 Stephen M. Kelley Kathy Kingston Ruth Leah Kline Peter Kokoszka Peter C. Lauro Stephen M. Mahoney James McPhee and Kevin Butler Jeffrey G. Morrissey Betty A. Murray Art Nava William S. Neely James Newman Jay Nuss and Carol Nuss Ross Jay Ozer and Scott D. Gortikov Dotty Peterson and Kelly Sullivan Michael Pina Randy Pinto Charles W. Puls Ernest Pusateri R. Edward Roach Linda Rowley Elbert Ruff and Jeffrey Mulliken Susan Ryan-Vollmar Linda G. Schneider Sempre Di Mare Inc DBA Franklin Terrace Ballroom Larry M. Silva Julie Smith-Bartoloni Douglas P. St. Lawrence Eileen St. Onge John Strumwasser The Rev. Marie Z. Swayze Jansen Tiongson Kendall P. Watts and Robert Derry David Winn Donald E. Woodford

Edward Balmelli and Michael Horgan Bank of America Matching Gifts Program Leah Barrault Patrick Beret Brian Blancke Kevin Butler Jeffrey Candiello Alex Carlock Christopher A. Chouinard Thomas L. Collins III Chuck Conley Mary N. Coogan J Cooper McDonald Bill Cox and Joel Gagnon Gertrude and Joanne Creedon Bryan Daley Dr. Philip R. Daoust Guy DeAngelis Ross Dekle Earl E. Dimaculangan Robert Dube Donald and Anna Ducharme Thomas Dudley Neil E. Dugas Jonathan Dunn Lois Ferraresso LPL Financial Kimberly Fontes John Grimaldi Lee and Carol Hall Paul Harsha and Jay Lordan Nancy W. Hendrie M.D. Paul V. Hillson In memory of our Daughter, Deborah J. Hoare from her parents Shirley and William J. Hoare, III

The BGMC Goes Digital! The BGMC’s discography is available for purchase online at your favorite store — iTunes, Amazon, wherever you get your digital music. Makes a great gift!

BOARD AND COMMITTEES BOARD OF DIRECTORS Izzy Berdan John Beaudreau, Clerk Stephen M. Conner, President Stephen Earheart Jeffrey P. Fatchaline, Treasurer Jim Freiman, MSC Co-chair Kimberly Fontes Michael J. Leclerc Peter Logue Theresa Murray Eric Rezsnyck David A. Shaffer Theresa Smith, Vice President Frank Sutter Michelle Wu John Strumwasser, President Emeritus

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EXECUTIVE Stephen M. Conner, Chair John Beaudreau Jeffrey P. Fatchaline Theresa Smith

DIVERSITY Izzy Berdan, Chair Michael Cabrera Simon Choong Nicholas Everage Jim Freiman Matthew Lorello Jay Philomena Kelvin Powell Eric Resznyak Jamie Simpson John Strumwasster Demetrius Tuck Michelle Wu

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FINANCE Jeffrey P. Fatchaline, Chair Stephen M. Conner John Beaudreau Kimberly Fontes Eric Rezsnyck Theresa Smith

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ANNIVERSARY Michael J. Leclerc, Co-chair John Strumwasser, Co-chair Kimberly Fontes Theresa Murray Eric Reznyck

BOARD AFFAIRS BOARD DEVELOPMENT Theresa Smith, Chair Jeffrey P. Fatchaline David A. Shaffer

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COMMITTEE Nicholas Everage, Co-Chair Jim Freiman-Polli, Co-Chair

GOVERNANCE Michael J. Leclerc, Chair Albert O’Connell Frank Sutter

The BGMC thrives thanks to the volunteers who make up the Committees and the Board of Directors. If you have an interest in any of these areas, please contact the office at office@bgmc.org.

AFFILIATIONS

chorusamerica.org

bostonsings.org

galachoruses.org

Greater Boston Business Council gbbc.org

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massnonprofitnet.org

DONORS $100-$249 Marilyn Jackson Adams and Bill Adams Ronald Akie Joseph C. Alexander Rufus Allyn and Roy Bohlander James J. Anderson Joshua Anderson Anonymous (4) James Aurelio Autodesk Foundation Employee Engagement Fund Martha Barbone Frederick J. Baumer Scott R. Beach and John M. Hills Stephen Bell Thomas A. Bonnie Fred and Sally Brown Mark S. Brown and Kraig V. Kissinger Lorraine Brown-Veilleux Michael Cabrera Henry Carrey PERRY CARRISON Dwight Cathcart and Courtney Furno Andy Chau Bryan Clark Thomas L. Collins James Conroy Christopher and Jane Cooper Brayton John Costello Bruce Cramer Donna Crocker Amy Deveau Kongxiang Duan Emile E. Dufour and Fred Riley Timothy R. Dullea Adam Edgerton Kennedy Elsey Todd Erceg Keith Erickson Paul Fallon Robert G. Finkenaur Jr.

Paul Finnegan Ben Fishman Janice M. Forsstrom Emil Frank Ismael Garcia John Giovanni Payne Steven Goecke Ken Golner and David Sowerbutts Clive Grainger Ellie and Dick Greenberg Robert H. Hale Michael H. Hall Thatcher Harvey Liesbeth Healy-Miller Alfredo Hernández Chávez Dana and Michael Hoare-Travaglini Carol Ann Hoepner Joyce and Tom Hogan Bryan Hughes Fred Isom Norman and Irene Jacobs Gerald B. James and Christien Skinner Becca Johnson Aaron Joslow William Kamal Vicki L. Karns Carol Katz Dirk Coburn and Jeanine Kelly-Coburn George King Mary Kinneavy Corey La Chance David LaFontaine Christopher Lawrence and Philip White Sandra Leicach James Liddell Andrew Martinez Donna Matson Kilian Melloy and David Emmert Eugene Merfeld Thomas F. Minton Jr. and David Martinez Fred Miranda

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Robert Monahan Hank Morgan Diane J. Murphy Edward Nardell John Nay and Michael Johnson Joel Nosek Dr. Kenneth H. Orth and George Paolucci Nicholas Panagiotou Rocco Pigneri Russell Polsgrove Athens Clay Pullias Jr. and Raymond V. Filburn Jr. Tom Quintal and Naomi Kaufman Vincent and Nina Rauscher Eric Rezsnyak Judy Rice and John Ahonen Margaret Rodriguez Christopher Rudel Tim Scerba Warren A. Seamans and Donald Yasi Claire Seglem Sephora USA, Inc. Ellie and Steve Shaer Robert L. “Rab” Sherman Martha St. Lawrence judith strull Deanna Swan Linda Swerling Douglas T. Talhelm Stacie Simon and Hal Tepfer Robert Tetirick and Howard Mayberry Gary Thies and Michael Lee Bob Lamoy and Bob Thompson Barbara Tornow Dana Torrey Ed Tronick John and Susan Vibberts Lee E. Vorderer and Bob Bass Becky Whitmore Melissa Wilton

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DONORS UP TO $99 Dana Albertelli and Luke Murphy Jim Anderson Anonymous (3) Joseph Antoun Robert Babineau Deborah E. Babson Sandra and John Baehrend Julie L. Barnes Bruce G. Barrett and Matthew E. Demers Lillian Bicchieri Kristin Bonnie Martha and Spencer Bonnie Tyler Brewer Pamela Burgwinkle Charlie Burns John Cadden Christine Canavan Amy Cassidy Kenneth F. Caulfield Galvin Chow Bruce Connelly Linda Conrad Jo-Ann Cooley Catherine M. Couture James D. Crowley Eric Crumrine Barry and Barbara Davis Larry and Barbara Day Alverson De Souza Richard J. DeCusati Michael Dekrmnjian Cynthia Derr Katherine Dowd Brett Drake Michael Dubson Elizabeth Ennen Selena D. Evans Joseph Feinstein Joseph Fickus Roberto Font and Steven Mullen William Ford Maryclare Forry

Chuck Fortunato David J. Friedler Timothea Frost Tom Galluzzo Robert W. Gill and Theodore Blackler Arthur Gilman Janice Girard Carol Hamilton and Peter Johnson Charles C. Hefling Jr. Jacqueline Heger Terrence Heinen Stephen Hemrick Jayne Hendry Donna-Marie Hennessy Jeffrey Hovis Tim Johnson Paul Jones Gary Joslow Mary Keaney John Keller Victor Keryakos Mary Anne Kieran Jacob Kitson Charlotte Knox Dave and Eileen Lawrence Steven M. Lillyweber Jean Linehan Lisa Llorente Anthony and Joan Lombo STEPHEN LOZIER Victor and Maureen Maher Jay Mallari Patron Manager Diana Marcus Jacqueline Maxwell Jonah McBride Tara McCabe Bernard Mccann Jacqueline McGuirk Dennis McLeod George Mercier Jr. Edmund Metzold Mary Michaels

Ryan Miller Timothy Monahan Gene A. Moulton Matthew Moura Luke T. Murphy M. Nelting Paul F. Neumann Maurice Parent Valerie Paul Alexandra Perrin Richard and Kathryn Petrini Jim Pransky Michael Quinn Carol Rice Leonette Roy Mark Rubenstein Harold Rudolph J. Scott Rutan Philip A. Sbaratta and Brian J. Murphy Henry Schoenfield Nancy A. Scott Eli Segev Janine L. Shahbaz Lora Shea Sam Shelburne Hunter Shirley Jean Sinausky Dameian Slocum Ryan Smith David R. Stockton Robert Stone Richard J. and Rosalie C. Sullivan Katharine Sullivan-Dawes Denice M. Thornhill Elana VanOudenaren George Tom Walmsley George Whiting Jon Whiting Louis Wiley Jason R. Williams Michael Woid Valerie Ziehler

MAP The Member Assistance Program (MAP) provides financial support to singing members who need help with dues (which cover a small portion of music licensing costs and other rehearsal related fees), retreat fees and performance wardrobe costs. This is a restricted fund. The following donors for the 2016-17 season have enabled every member to requested support to receive it. Charles R. Anderson Richard Babson Bruce G. Barrett Patrick Beret Tyler Brewer William D. Cattey Thomas J. Choinski and Stephen L. Jewett Charles R. Conley Stephen Conner Craig Coogan Guy R. Croteau Eric Crumrine Ross Dekle Nicholas Everage Jeffrey P. Fatchaline Joseph Feinstein

Joshua Foster Emil Frank Jim and Eric Freiman Joseph Germanos Kenneth F. Hirschkind Alan H. Ingram Jr. Jacob Kitson Peter C. Lauro Jacob Leatherberry Edward J. LeMay Kilian Melloy and David Emmert Edmund Metzold Ryan Miller Matthew Moura Edward Nardell James Newman 34

Christopher Nuss Michael Nuss Alfred and Nathaniel O’Connell John Philomena Reuben M. Reynolds III and Bill Casey Roland W. Roy Harold Rudolph Thomas Sheehan III Hunter Shirley Ryan Smith Robert Stone David Story Jason R. Williams

The arts are for everyone When community members support the arts, they help inspire and enrich everyone. Artistic diversity helps unite communities, creating shared experiences and inspiring excellence. Bank of America is honored to be connected to Boston Gay Men’s Chorus and its dedication to bringing the arts to our community. Visit us at bankofamerica.com/massachusetts

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GOES GOES

35th Anniversary Symphony Hall with POPs-style seating June 4 at 3pm – one show only

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175 singers Special Guest Tony award winner Sutton Foster 20 piece orchestra