San Francisco Pride Band Names Carlos McMillan Fuentes as Third BIPOC Commission Program Recipient
May 10, 2025The San Francisco Pride Band proudly announces the selection of Carlos McMillan Fuentes as the third recipient of the Band’s BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color) Commission Program. Fuentes’s composition, “American Epic” will premiere at the band’s upcoming spring concert “…On a High Note” on June 8, 2025 at 3pm at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco. When asked about his inspiration for writing “American Epic”, Fuentes says, “Each section of music is inspired by a Read more →
SF Pride Band Seeks Applicants for Concert Band Artistic Director
January 12, 2025The San Francisco Pride Band's current Artistic Director for Concert Band is retiring and thus we're kicking off the search for a new Artistic Director. Applications are due March 7, 2025. Read more →
A Message from the San Francisco Pride Band: Our Values
November 16, 2024In late May 2024, we changed our name to emphasize the fact that inclusivity and respect are at the heart of everything we do. We also started writing a Statement of Values, which now more than ever are the bedrock of our organization. We are publishing this Statement of Values now to reiterate our commitment to promoting acceptance, celebrating diversity, and building community through music, performance, and education — no matter who is in office. Read more →
The Official Band of San Francisco Has a New Name
June 8, 2024The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band has updated its name to the San Francisco Pride Band, reinforcing its commitment to inclusivity across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. The new name reflects extensive community feedback and aligns with the organization's broader initiatives. Read more →
Announcing Mattea Williams as Composer In Residence 2023-2024
July 23, 2023Meet Mattea Williams, our new Composer In Residence for 2023-2024, as she brings her dynamic compositions to the forefront through the band's BIPOC Commission Program. Read more →
Leonard R. Flynn Elementary School Rainbow Day Featured in SF Bay Times
July 5, 2023Learn more about how the band enhanced Flynn Elementary School’s Pride Day celebration with a lively performance, underscoring our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Read more →
2022 Year In Review
January 29, 2023In 2022, the band welcomed numerous new musicians and hosted four in-person concerts, including the festive 'Dance-Along Nutcracker®'. Our marching and pep bands also reached audiences worldwide. Watch our video recap to see the year's highlights. Read more →
Band Announces Roger Zare as First Recipient for Its BIPOC Commission Initiative
August 7, 2022The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band is proud to announce the selection of composer Roger Zare as the recipient of its inaugural BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color) Commission Program. Zare was chosen following a nationwide request for proposals, and his composition, 'Awakening', is set to debut in May 2023. Read more →