Calendar of Events
Sunday
Oct 19, 2025
Dances of Life
Venice Symphony String Quartet with Flute and Clarinet Experience an enchanting evening with the Venice Symphony String Quartet, joined by special guests Francesca Arnone (flute) and Asher Carlson (clarinet). Join us as music and dance intertwine, bringing the essence of life to the stage!
Sunday
Nov 9, 2025
The Venice Symphony Presents: Jukebox Brunch Fundraiser
Join us for an inspiring and entertaining morning in support of The Venice Symphony’s mission to Transform Lives Through Music. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet brunch while musicians from the Venice Symphony Big Band sets the mood with live performances of popular favorites. Patrons will even have the opportunity to request their favorite tunes… Continue Reading The Venice Symphony Presents: Jukebox Brunch Fundraiser
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 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… 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
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.