About LEGATO
LEGATO is the European network for LGBTQ+ choirs and music groups.
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We bring people together through song — celebrating LGBTQ+ diversity, building community, and using music to promote equality and connection across Europe.
What we do
LEGATO brings together 140+ choirs, orchestras, and music groups from 24 countries, representing more than 5,500 singers and musicians.
We help new LGBTQ+ choirs to form and support existing choirs through networking and sharing learnings, resources and training, collaboration and partnerships..
We also host major events like Various Voices, Europe’s festival of LGBTQ+ choirs, and the annual LEGATO Academy, where choir leaders and singers come together to learn, share, and grow.
Together celebrate creativity, and support one another to build a stronger, more connected choral community.
LEGATO is the European network for LGBTQ+ choirs and music groups.​
Our Projects
LEGATO leads and supports a range of projects to connect European LGBTQ+ choirs, promote artistic ambition, share skills and grow our community.​
Our Mission & Vision
A note about our Mission, Vision and Values
LEGATO will be reviewing its Mission, Vision and Values over the coming year in consultation with our members and wider community. The below statements are a placeholder reflection of who we are, what we do, and the future we want to help create together.
Our Vision
What a wonderful world this would be ...
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Imagine waking up one morning in a place where homophobia and transphobia are part of everyday life, but where, for the first time, you are able to perform as a proud and equal member of your community. Imagine being able to sing openly, free from fear, and to celebrate who you are with confidence and joy.
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Think of the impact that would have not only on you, but also on your family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and community — all able to see and hear you living authentically and rejoicing in who you are.​
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To quote the words of the James Taylor song, "What a wonderful world this would be."
LEGATO believes that such a future is possible, and that together we can help create it.
Our Mission
LEGATO is the European network for LGBTQ+ choirs and music groups.
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We bring people together through song, supporting LGBTQ+ choirs across Europe through connection, collaboration, learning and shared experience.
We help new choirs to form, support existing choirs to thrive, and create opportunities for singers and musicians to learn, perform and grow together.
Through our programmes, events and partnerships, we celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, promote equality, and help build a stronger, more connected European choral community.
We are grateful and excited to welcome a diverse group of individuals to the board, each bringing unique talents, expertise, and perspectives that will strengthen our work and advance the association’s mission.
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Click Meet The Board to find names, photos and contact options of each of our members.
