One thing I always love about parades in San Francisco is The San Francisco Pride Band, formerly the San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band. founded by Jon Sims back in 1978, they were the first openly gay musical organization in the world.
For nearly ten years, Michael J. Wong has been Artistic Director for both the Marching and Pep Bands. Watch him sometime. You can see right away that he is having a good time.
Back in 2018, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to officially designate them as "the official band of the City and County of San Francisco." That's pretty impressive.
There's nothing like the sound of a marching band, as far as I'm concerned, and these performers are extra special. I was not able to be present at yesterday's San Francisco parade, but I watched he television coverage, and the moment I saw Michael marching up Market Street, I got tears in my eyes. Thanks for always making a positive difference and Happy Pride!
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