The Friends of The Venice Symphony is a dedicated group of volunteers who act as community ambassadors and support and promote the Venice Symphony in many ways. Friends’ members organize fundraising events, enjoy socials, volunteer in the office and at concerts and provide support that enhances the Symphony’s mission. An annual Friends contribution of $50 for individual membership and $75 for a household is all it takes to get started! Membership runs from June 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024 and the easiest way to join or renew is on your 2023-24 season ticket order form or fill out this form
Friends of the VSO
To share your special talent and engage with others with a passion for quality music, contact the office at 941-207-8822 or email the Friends at friends@thevenicesymphony.org.
Office Volunteers | Year-round
We are always looking for volunteers to help in the office with mailings, filing, data entry and answering phones. We also train volunteers on our ticketing system. There is no minimum amount of hours required.
Concerts and Events
Greet concertgoers, sit at the information table before concerts and/or at intermission, or help at the will call desk. Help organize and staff special events and youth education programs.
Friends Events: List will be updated throughout the season
- May 22, 6:30 to 8:30 pm – Abby’s on Miami, 220 W. Miami Ave., Venice – Trivia Fundraiser with host Sharyn Lonsdale – Get a team of 2 to 8 together for a fun night of trivia and raising funds for the Symphony, cash prize, gift cards, giveaways, food and drink specials and more. Playing solo? We’ll find a team for you. $10 for Friends, $15 for non-members. Reservations Required by calling The Symphony office or emailing slonsdale@thevenicesymphony.org.
2023-24 Friends Officers
- Denise Mattmuller, President
- Linda Patriarca, Vice President
- Joan Tramontano, Treasurer
- David Chivas, Secretary and Past President
For more information, or to join the Friends, visit us in the lobby during concerts or email friends@thevenicesymphony.org.