Lesbian and Gay Band Association Annual Conference 2015
Indianapolis, Indiana
Where Music, Visibility and Pride Connect
August 6-9, 2015
• 2 Concert Tickets • Name listed in sponsor section of program
• 5 Concert Tickets • Logo in sponsor section of program • Provide informational materials to attendees
• 8 Concert Tickets • Logo in sponsor section of program • Provide informational materials to attendees
• 10 Concert Tickets • Logo in sponsor section of program • Half page program ad • Provide informational materials to attendees
• 10 Concert Tickets • Logo on all electronic and print material • Opportunity to provide banner (up to 36” x 60”) for display at conference • Full page program book ad • Table space provided at host hotel during events • Provide informational materials to attendees
• 12 Concert Tickets • Logo to serve as main logo on all electronic and print material • Special recognition made of sponsorship during concert • Full page program book ad • Opportunity to provide banner (up to 36” x 60”) for display at conference • Table space provided at host hotel during events • Provide informational materials to attendees
Lesbian and Gay Band Association (LGBA) is a musical organization comprised of concert and marching bands from cities across the United States and the world. Formed in 1982 as Lesbian and Gay Bands of America when seven independent bands met formally in Chicago, the Association has grown to 38 member organizations including international bands.
Lesbian and Gay Band Association meets annually in different cities to plan events, encourage the formation of new bands, and share the gift of music with gay and non-gay audiences. Seminars on topics such as musicianship, programming, and organizational skills are held in addition to general business and committee meetings.
Pride of Indy Bands, the host band for the 2015 LGBA Conference, formed in the spring of 2005. Pride of Indy Bands has several talented ensembles in its family - a concert band, marching band, pep band, visual ensemble, jazz ensemble and orchestra. The group also boasts a yearly performance calendar filled with over 20 concerts and special appearances at community events locally and in cities outside of Indiana.
Pride of Indy Bands serve as a musical and educational resource to the Central Indiana community and is comprised of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and LGBT-friendly musicians. Activities are conducted in a supportive, accepting, and affirming atmosphere.
Pride of Indy Bands and other LGBA affiliates represent:
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Nonprofit organizations with for-profit sponsors
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Members of all adult ages, professions, and demographics
Of the 2013 conference held in Atlanta:
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200+ participants in attendance
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250+ audience members in attendance at concert
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Thousands in audience observers at marching band event
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Attendees received lanyards and conference bags with sponsorship information and all sponsorships are listed in programing with banners available, for high level sponsors, at all conference events.
Conference events include workshops, concerts, marching events, jazz performances, social events, and much more.
Some key points of the 2015 conference include:
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Concert Band performance at the historic Hilbert Circle Theatre
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Marching Band performance partnered with Drum Corps International
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Drum Battle with percussion lines
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Educational workshops for participants to focus on nonprofit work and building musicianship skills
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Socials at various venues around the city
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A gala event to celebrate Pride of Indy Bands 10th year anniversary
Support Us
WHY SPONSOR?
We are excited to announce that Pride of Indy Bands will be partnering with Drum Corps International (DCI) in 2015, holding the conference simultaneously with DCI’s World Championship.
Thousands of travelers from around the world visit Indianapolis to witness the festivities. On Saturday August 8th, 2015, attendees of the LGBA National Conference will participate with DCI in a marching band event.
The partnership brings many new and exciting opportunities for all involved. Join past sponsors such as Mailchimp, GoDaddy.com, and other local and corporate sponsors. The LGBA National Conference is proud to have a wide variety of resources and sponsors providing a huge array of services that support the nonprofit musicians that attend.
If you'd like to support this event but don't want to do a full sponsorship, you can feel free to place an ad in the program book, donate goods or services or simply make a donation. See below for more details.
Advertising
Half Page $75, Full page $125, Inside Front Cover $175, Inside Back Cover $175, Back Cover $200. Please email sam.cantor@prideofindy.org for more information.
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LGBA has a rich history of conferences, hosted each year by an affiliate band. Attendees gather from around the world to perform, attend educational workshops, and share their love of music with other musicians. With more than 200+ plus participants attending each year from more than 18 states, as well as affiliate bands from around the world, attendees take back with them the experience and knowledge gained from the concerts and workshops, but also the materials and appreciation fostered by the companies that support the conference. A great way for you to tell a story and let your users know a little more about you.