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Diversity: The Voices of Sarasota is a choral group where every voice belongs. The group welcomes singers of every race, ethnicity, faith, age, occupation, culture, gender, sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Through songs of hope and inclusion, Diversity singers celebrate the beauty of humanity and encourage the community to embrace equality. Founded in 1997 as an LGBTQ+ choral group, the organization has grown to welcome members from all walks of life, performing a diverse repertoire of music. It presents two ticketed concerts annually, typically in December and May, while also engaging in community outreach at local events.

Vice President John Marth is marking his 10th year with Diversity this season. “I believe our longevity comes from creating an environment where people genuinely enjoy singing together while building lasting friendships. We’re proud that some members have been with the chorus since our founding, while new members continue to discover us every season. That blend of tradition and fresh energy keeps our chorus vibrant. Diversity makes sure every person feels welcomed, respected and encouraged from their very first rehearsal. “Whether someone has years of musical experience or is singing in a chorus for the first time, we want them to know their voice matters. Our members naturally support one another, creating an atmosphere where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy making music together,” he says.

For someone who’s interested in joining but feels nervous about auditioning or hasn’t sung in a chorus before, Marth encourages them to visit. “Many of our members were nervous before attending their first rehearsal, and many hadn’t sung in years,” he explains. “Our artistic staff and experienced members work hard to make newcomers feel comfortable and supported. You’ll quickly discover that Diversity is a welcoming chorus where people encourage one another every step of the way. This season’s concerts will feature meaningful repertoire performed with passion and heart, and we look forward to sharing those experiences with our audiences. We invite everyone to come hear us, get to know us, and discover what makes Diversity such a special chorus.”

Diversity: The Voices of Sarasota's rehearsals take place on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 pm in Sarasota.

To learn more:diversitysarasota.org

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