‘pride: Then, Now, And Forever’: Gay Men’s Chorus Of South Florida Show To Share The Music Of Generations Past And Present

The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida is bringing a show to Fort Lauderdale that harmonizes the music of generations past and present. “Pride: Then, Now, and Forever” — set for 8 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale — will feature songs such as “It’s Raining Men,” “Dancing Queen,” “I’m Coming Out,” Cher’s “Believe” and Heather Small’s “Proud.” The idea, according to the group’s website, is to pay homage “to diverse journeys, shared struggles, and the boundless joy of the LGBTQ+ community.” Covering songs from different generations helps “show how much we have in common, and the unique flavor each generation brings to its music,” said Mark Kent, executive director of the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida (GMCSF). The concert will also feature the world premiere of “We’ve Come Through The Storm,” by folk artist Tom Nichols and composer/pianist Dan Chadburn, both based in Fort Lauderdale, as well as “Don’t Say Gay,” written exclusively for GMCSF by Los Angeles-based composer Dave Volpe. Artistic director Gabe Salazar joined the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida as a singing member when he moved to Florida in 2019.