The Venice Symphony

A professional orchestra in Southwest Florida offering a variety of concerts and educational programs

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    • 2022-23 CONCERT SEASON
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    • MUSIC DIRECTOR: TROY QUINN
    • CONCERTMASTER: MARCUS RATZENBOECK
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Concertmaster Marcus Ratzenboeck

Concertmaster Marcus Ratzenboeck is a versatile musician who has made a successful career as a performing and recording artist. 

Marcus received his Master of Music degree from Indiana University where he was concertmaster of the IU Symphony and the Columbus, IN Philharmonic. After his studies with renowned teachers such as Yuval Yaron, Henryk Kowalski, and Eliot Chapo, Marcus was appointed Principal Second Violin of The Louisville Orchestra and Adjunct Professor of Violin at the University of Louisville. During his tenure, he was also a member of the acclaimed Louisville String Quartet and Concertmaster of The Louisville Bach Society.

Marcus Ratzenboeck has participated in numerous music festivals including Tanglewood, American Institute of Musical Studies (Graz, Austria), Sarasota Music Festival, Hirosaki Chamber Music Festival (Japan), and he served as concertmaster of Spoleto (USA) for several seasons. An active performer, Marcus has had an impressive recording and touring career having worked with several major and independent record labels and publishers. Marcus lives in Sarasota and has played with The Florida Orchestra, Sarasota Orchestra, and St. Petersburg Opera. He also has his own recording studio, H&M Productions.

Upcoming Events

  1. Single Tickets and Online Sales

    August 15, 2022 @ 10:00 am - April 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm
  2. Join The Venice Symphony Youth Orchestra

    August 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
  3. Saturday Nights at The Symphony

    December 17, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - February 25, 2023 @ 7:30 pm

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Latest News

  • The Venice Symphony Names Andy Leisenring as Chair of Board of Trustees
  • The Venice Symphony Names Three to Board of Trustees
  • Renowned Soloists Join The Venice Symphony For 2022-23 Concert Season

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CONTACT

700 U.S. Highway 41
Bypass North
Suite 4
Venice, FL 34285
Phone: (941) 207-8822

ABOUT US

Founded in 1974, The Venice Symphony has become the pride of South Sarasota County by providing cultural enrichment for residents and visitors.
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