San Francisco Pride Band Welcomes Matthew Fell as New Concert Band Artistic Director
December 17, 2025San Francisco Pride Band welcomes Matthew Fell as its new Concert Band Artistic Director, the 11th in the organization's 47-year history, beginning with a March 2026 concert at Herbst Theatre.Read more → - San Francisco Pride Band Welcomes Matthew Fell as New Concert Band Artistic Director
San Francisco Pride Band Names Carlos McMillan Fuentes as Third BIPOC Commission Program Recipient
May 10, 2025The San Francisco Pride Band names Carlos McMillan Fuentes as the third recipient of its BIPOC Commission Program. His original composition, American Epic, premieres June 8, 2025 at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco.Read more → - San Francisco Pride Band Names Carlos McMillan Fuentes as Third BIPOC Commission Program Recipient
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 → - SF Pride Band Seeks Applicants for Concert Band Artistic Director
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...Read more → - A Message from the San Francisco Pride Band: Our Values
Request for Proposal: San Francisco Pride Band Rebranding Project
July 27, 2024This RFP selection process is over! INTRODUCTION The San Francisco Pride Band (the Band), a 501(c)3 non-profit, is the first openly gay musical organization in the world and the Official Band of San Francisco. The Band is a founding member of Pride Bands Alliance. The Band’s mission is to: Provide...Read more → - Request for Proposal: San Francisco Pride Band Rebranding Project
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 → - The Official Band of San Francisco Has a New Name
Band Seeks Production Assistant
February 19, 2024As of late March 2024, the position has been filled!The San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band is seeking a Production Assistant to support the production of concert, fundraiser, and marching/pep events. Title: Production Assistant - San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band Role Type: Part-time contract (average of 18 hours per month, highly...Read more → - Band Seeks Production Assistant
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 → - Announcing Mattea Williams as Composer In Residence 2023-2024
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 → - Leonard R. Flynn Elementary School Rainbow Day Featured in SF Bay Times
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 → - 2022 Year In Review