Behind the Music

Venice Symphony Announces 50th Anniversary Season

In addition to its annual fall concert series, the symphony will lead a year-long array of public engagements and initiatives throughout the community.

10/17/2023 By Staff

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The Venice Symphony Announces 2022-23 Season

Some renowned guest soloists join the orchestra in its seven-concert series.

05/17/2022 By Kay Kipling

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

A Mariachi Band and a Symphony Are Partnering for an UnidosNow Fundraiser

The two-day musical extravaganza takes place next week.

05/12/2022 By Samantha Lane

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What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Classical concerts, an Italian feast and carnival in Venice, Disney's Beauty and the Beast onstage and more.

02/24/2022 By Kay Kipling

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Giving Hunger the Blues, orchestral concerts, Dave Barry speaks and more.

02/03/2022 By Kay Kipling

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Here Are the Best Things to Do in Sarasota This Month

A lineup of exhibits, concerts, plays and more to catch during February.

02/01/2022 By Kay Kipling

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Jay Leno at the Van Wezel, the Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival, Embracing Our Differences and more.

01/13/2022 By Kay Kipling

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

The Sarasota Ballet presents Giselle, music from The Venice Symphony and Sarasota Orchestra, a holiday market and more.

12/16/2021 By Kay Kipling

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Weekend

Come From Away and a Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at the Van Wezel, Nine Sinatra Songs from the Sarasota Ballet, a waterfest and more.

11/17/2021 By Kay Kipling

Fast Track

Jessica Hung Named Associate Concertmaster at The Venice Symphony

Hung has served as concertmaster of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra in Ohio since 2008.

10/14/2021 By Staff

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota: May 27-June 2

The Myakka River Blues Festival returns, a Patriotic Pops concert, Savor Sarasota kicks off and more.

05/27/2021 By Kay Kipling

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The Venice Symphony Plans Return to Live, In-Person Concerts in 2021-22

The orchestra has announced its upcoming season at the Venice Performing Arts Center.

04/29/2021 By Kay Kipling

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What to Do in Sarasota: March 25-31

A new piano show at Florida Studio Theatre, Venice Theatre reopens, concerts a-plenty and family fun outdoors.

03/25/2021 By Kay Kipling

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What to Do in Sarasota: Dec. 17-23

Asolo Rep gives us a little Christmas, it's Fiesta! Friday at Nathan Benderson Park, holiday pops ring out, and more.

12/17/2020 By Kay Kipling

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What to Do in Sarasota Nov. 19-Nov. 25

Sarasota Ballet and Sarasota Contemporary Dance perform, SaraSolo fest returns virtually, walks for chocolate and fitness, and more.

11/19/2020 By Kay Kipling

Sad Trombone

The Venice Symphony Postpones 2020-21 Season

The symphony plans to announce virtual concerts soon.

09/09/2020 By Kay Kipling

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The Venice Symphony Announces 2020-21 Season

Music director/conductor Troy Quinn leads the orchestra and guest soloists in 17 concerts.

04/10/2020 By Kay Kipling

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Venice Symphony Announces Its 2019-20 Season

The season is the first programmed by music director/conductor Troy Quinn.

07/08/2019 By Kay Kipling

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Key Chorale Turns 35 With Its Coming Concert Season

The ensemble teams with several other arts groups on music ranging from classical to bluegrass to gospel and more.

06/26/2019 By Kay Kipling

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The Venice Symphony Season Welcomes New Music Director Troy Quinn

The 2018-19 season, which begins in November, offers a range of pops and classical music.

07/11/2018 By Kay Kipling