MISSION The Mid America Freedom Band provides a safe space for instrumental performance opportunities, outreach, and social advocacy for music enthusiasts within the LGBTQ+ and ally spectrum of the Kansas City area to create an inclusive community that fosters and celebrates diversity. DIVERSITY In concert, programming, and events, Show-Me Pride Ensembles serves musical and social needs. Our organization… Promotes the underrepresented voices and stories of those who forge new paths by acknowledging and addressing systemic barriers to the stage Enriches wind band repertoire through premieres, commissions, and performances of works outside of the canon Challenges expectations of member musicians and audiences Establishes a place to celebrate the vibrancy of our multiple communities, artistically and historically.