The Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus (PGMC) is proud to announce Michael Semancik as our new Interim Artistic Director and Conductor. His appointment follows the retirement of Joseph J. Buches, who led the chorus for two decades with dedication, and marks a new chapter for the PGMC, which has been entertaining audiences and fostering acceptance for over 40 years.

Please watch Michael's personalized greeting.

Michael is a distinguished figure in the field of music education and choral conducting. His credentials include a M.M. in Choral Conducting from the University of Delaware and a B.S. in Music Education from Slippery Rock University and he most recently served as Assistant Professor and Director of Choirs and Orchestra at Goucher College in Baltimore. Prior to his stint at Goucher, he spent over 11 years as the Director of Choral Activities at Morris Knolls High School in New Jersey, where his choirs earned accolades and performed at prestigious venues such as the White House and Carnegie Hall, and abroad in Ireland, Czech Republic, Latvia, and Lithuania to name a few.

Michael is a welcomed addition, and our members and Board of Directors look forward to working with him as he guides and inspires the Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus in an unforgettable 2024-2025 concert season!

Michael was also interviewed by Philadelphia Gay News (PGN) reporter Emily Leopard-Davis. Read the full article below!