Gay Freedom Band of Los Angeles

Founded 1978, The Gay Freedom Band of Los Angeles (GFBLA) is the second oldest LGBTQ+ community wind ensemble in the world. GFBLA provides public concerts throughout Southern California, offering a wide repertoire of music ranging from classical to contemporary.  

Our Mission

To promote acceptance and celebrate diversity by bringing together musicians from across Southern California for performance and educational opportunities that embrace equality, inclusion, and the love of music.

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Latest News

  • Fallin’ For Jazz Wrap Up
    Jazz Band says, “Step aside, Pharrell, okayyyy”💁🏽💁🏾‍♀️💁🏼‍♂️ Of course we jest, but for real, how fun was our show at The Mayflower Club (@themayflowerclub) last Thursday!? The room was vibrant and the audience raved about the energy, the songs, and the solos! Thanks so much if you came out and better yet, if you donated… Read more: Fallin’ For Jazz Wrap Up
  • The Ol’ Song and Dance Wrap Up
    Almost a month ago we were able to return to the legendary The Huntington Library for our latest Concert Band performance “The Ol’ Song and Dance”. Such a special evening of music showcasing songs that make you wanna dance and dances that make you wanna sing. Thanks so much to Candace Hansen (@candohando), our amazing emcee, for… Read more: The Ol’ Song and Dance Wrap Up
  • Sponsor a Piece!
    ⏰ Hurry, sponsorships close November 24th! ⏰ Pick a piece 🎶 (from the jazz or concert band) to sponsor and see your message projected before our audience while we perform on December 8! 🎄Visit our donation page here🎄

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    Almost a month ago we were able to return to the legendary @thehuntingtonlibrary for our latest @gfbla Concert Band performance “The Ol’ Song and Dance”. Such a special evening of music showcasing songs that make you wanna dance and dances that make you wanna sing.  Thanks so much to @candohando, our amazing emcee, for bringing history and fun to the night as well!  And congrats to our Brass Quintet who had their debut performance that night as well.  Stay tuned for more Chamber Ensemble performances in the coming year!🙏 to our 📸: @aroodphoto for these awesome shots!Next performance is Winter Wodnerband on 12/8 at @immanuelpresla.  Tickets avail via the link in our bio - see ya then!