"As I begin my tenth and final year with the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, I have made the decision to step down at the end of this season. I reached this conclusion last year following my sabbatical and a period of reflection on both my own path and the Chorus' future. Leading the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus has been the honor of my life, but today's announcement allows both the organization and me to look ahead with fresh energy, renewed focus and new opportunities."
"I am deeply grateful to those who have partnered with me on this journey,"
"beginning with our fearless Board Chairs Tom Paulino and Glenn DeSandre; our inspirational Artistic Director & Conductor, Jake Stensberg; our dedicated supporters, staff, and most of all-our singing membership whose commitment has carried us forward with endless pride and joy. Collectively, we established The"
The San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus announced that Chief Executive Officer Christopher Verdugo will step down on June 30, 2026 after ten years of leadership. Verdugo led milestone performances, groundbreaking tours, and expansion of mission-driven programs that strengthened the chorus' cultural role and social justice work. His tenure included the 2023 opening of the chorus' permanent home and the Chan National Queer Arts Center, a community space for LGBTQ+ artists. Verdugo cited a prior sabbatical and reflection as factors in his decision and expressed deep gratitude to board chairs Tom Paulino and Glenn DeSandre, Artistic Director Jake Stensberg, staff, supporters, and the singing membership.
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