Calendar of Events
Friday
Nov 14, 2025
Saturday
Nov 15, 2025
Classical Rockstars
Experience the energy, beauty, and intensity of classical music that meets rockstar status! Hear masterpieces including Mozart's Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, Haydn's Cello Concerto in C Major featuring a stunning solo by Principal Cellist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Robert DeMaine, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7. This concert is a must-see for classical… Continue Reading Classical Rockstars
Saturday
Nov 22, 2025
Cornucopia of Jazz
Feast your ears on a rich blend of classic jazz standards and exciting new arrangements, perfect for kicking off the holiday season. Don’t miss this musical harvest of harmony, groove, and gratitude! Led by Pete BarrenBregge with special guest vocalists Jeremy Gaynor and Michelle Amato.
Friday
Dec 12, 2025
Saturday
Dec 13, 2025
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker returns in an exciting partnership between The Sarasota Ballet School, The Venice Symphony, and The Venice Institute for the Performing Arts. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score, this holiday favorite will feature enchanting sets and an array of stunning costumes by the internationally renowned ballet designer Peter Farmer. The Nutcracker follows the enchanting adventures… Continue Reading The Nutcracker
Friday
Dec 19, 2025
Saturday
Dec 20, 2025
Sunday
Dec 21, 2025
Sounds of the Season
Enjoy the most wonderful time of the year with family and friends at our annual celebration of music and togetherness. Become immersed in beloved Christmas carols and memorable seasonal tunes such as Good King Wenceslas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Sleigh Ride and Mary Did You Know? Special performances by guest vocalist Christal Rheams and the… Continue Reading Sounds of the Season
Friday
Jan 9, 2026
Saturday
Jan 10, 2026
TV Classics!
Tune in for a binge worthy concert covering TV’s greatest theme songs. Hear game show classics like Merv Griffin’s Jeopardy Theme, to thrilling detective dramas Magnum P.I. and Hawaii Five-O or hum along to Danny Elfman’s Main Title from The Simpsons. Grab your remote, sit back, and let the music take you on a nostalgic… Continue Reading TV Classics!
Symphony Spotlight
Meet Troy Quinn
Music Director, Venice Symphony
Emmy-nominated conductor Troy Quinn has quickly established himself as one of his generation’s most versatile young artists. Lauded for his energetic and riveting, yet sensitive conducting, Quinn is in his seventh season as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida. He is also in his eighth season as Music Director of the Owensboro Symphony in Kentucky and serves concurrently as the Pops Conductor of both the Santa Rosa Symphony in California and the Rhode Island Philharmonic. Quinn’s engagements have included performances with many prestigious orchestras in the United States, including the Boston Pops, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia.