Illuminati, debuted in 2001 and performing since 2009, is one of the only LGBTQ+ sacred music ensembles in the United States.

Referring to a Latin expression meaning “the enlightened,” Illuminati was created to respond to the community’s expressed desire for musical performances of a sacred or spiritual nature. Its mission is to extend our outreach, particularly to religious organizations, while respecting our members’ individual spiritual beliefs.

Illuminati performs monthly at various religious institutions and events throughout central Ohio, and sometimes beyond, and is proud to be a bridge between the LGBTQIA+ and religious communities. Illuminati works to demonstrate that we all have a place in sacred spaces, and are whole, holy, and loved. Illuminati’s mission is to demonstrate, through song, that ALL people have a place in the religious community.

Illuminati is a non-auditioned ensemble. Members of Illuminati are considered members of the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus, but participation in the full chorus is not required.

ILLUMINATI MONTHLY FREE SERVICES

Illuminati sings for free during worship services in churches, synagogues and other places of worship at least monthly during the performing season September through June. Illuminati does not sing concerts during these services, but rather sings several anthems as part of the normal worship service to complement the service.

ILLUMINATI OUTREACH
AND CONCERT DATES

– OUTREACH –

  • Sunday Sept 22, 2024 @ 10am Covenant Presbyterian
  • Sunday, Oct 6, 2024 @ 10am Redeemer Lutheran
  • Sunday, November 10, 2024 @ 10am Trinity Lutheran
  • Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 @ 10am King Ave
  • Sunday, Jan 26, 2025 @ 10am Columbus Mennonite
  • Sat, Feb 21, 2025 @ 6pm Temple Beth Shalom
  • Sunday, March 2, 2025 @ 10am
  • Thursday, February 27, 2025 Grange Audubon Center, OSU Center for Study of Religion “Music & Sounds Across Traditions: An Evening of Listening”
  • Sunday, April 6, 2025 First Congregational church in Marietta, OH
  • Sunday, May 4, 2025 Bethel Lutheran Charge in Grove City, OH

– CONCERTS –

May 18, 2025 2-3pm

Celestial Springs

Lord of Life

To schedule Illuminati at your event or place of worship,
please contact us at 614.531.4272 or cgmc@cgmc.com to inquire about availability.

To sing with us in either the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus or Illuminati, contact us for more information.  Contact CGMC Membership Director   

 
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