We laughed. We learned. We tuned. We PLAYED. ๐ถ
Our first week of the Venice Symphony Youth Orchestra was full of energy, excitement, and so much heart. Weโre already so proud of these incredible students and everything theyโre bringing to the program.
Take a look at some of our favorite first-week moments!

We laughed. We learned. We tuned. We PLAYED. ๐ถ
Our first week of the Venice Symphony Youth Orchestra was full of energy, excitement, and so much heart. Weโre already so proud of these incredible students and everything theyโre bringing to the program.
Take a look at some of our favorite first-week moments!
Today, we want to celebrate our wonderful Manager of Office Operations and Board Liaison, Candace Kurtz! For 6 years, Candace has made our days brighter with her tireless work ethic & passionate dedication to the symphony.
When she`s not orchestrating The Venice Symphony office, you will find Candace running marathons, baking new recipes, and spending time with her loving family.
Candace, we are so grateful for everything you do! โค๏ธ

Today, we want to celebrate our wonderful Manager of Office Operations and Board Liaison, Candace Kurtz! For 6 years, Candace has made our days brighter with her tireless work ethic & passionate dedication to the symphony.
When she`s not orchestrating The Venice Symphony office, you will find Candace running marathons, baking new recipes, and spending time with her loving family.
Candace, we are so grateful for everything you do! โค๏ธ
๐ถ Before our 2025 season takes the stage, weโre turning the spotlight on our musicians โ and the incredible things theyโve been up to this summer! โ๏ธ๐ป
Follow along as we celebrate the artists behind the music โ and count down to an exciting new season ahead.
David Dash (Trumpet) & Katherine Gilger (Violin) started their summer on solo adventures. David began his 16th season with the Santa Fe Opera while Katherine finished up her seasons with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and North Carolina Symphony. Soon after, these two joined forces for the San Miguel Chamber Series where they performed at the oldest chapel in Santa Fe.

๐ถ Before our 2025 season takes the stage, weโre turning the spotlight on our musicians โ and the incredible things theyโve been up to this summer! โ๏ธ๐ป
Follow along as we celebrate the artists behind the music โ and count down to an exciting new season ahead.
David Dash (Trumpet) & Katherine Gilger (Violin) started their summer on solo adventures. David began his 16th season with the Santa Fe Opera while Katherine finished up her seasons with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and North Carolina Symphony. Soon after, these two joined forces for the San Miguel Chamber Series where they performed at the oldest chapel in Santa Fe.
Just a few days left to enroll your young musician in our Youth Orchestra Program for the 2025/26 season! ๐ป The program kicks off next week, Sept 3 -- so donโt miss your chance!
https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/education/vsyo/

Just a few days left to enroll your young musician in our Youth Orchestra Program for the 2025/26 season! ๐ป The program kicks off next week, Sept 3 -- so donโt miss your chance!
https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/education/vsyo/
Small Room, BIG Sound ๐ถ
SOUNDSCAPES, The Venice Symphonyโs newest Chamber Concert Series, brings you closer than ever to the magic. Enjoy four personal and intimate concerts at the Venice Community Center, performed by the talented musicians of The Venice Symphony Orchestra.
Join us on October 19th at 3:30pm for Dances of Life, the first entry in this exciting new series, joined by special guest artists Francesca Arnone (flute) and Asher Carlson (clarinet).
Get tickets now: https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/events/๏ฟฝ

Small Room, BIG Sound ๐ถ
SOUNDSCAPES, The Venice Symphonyโs newest Chamber Concert Series, brings you closer than ever to the magic. Enjoy four personal and intimate concerts at the Venice Community Center, performed by the talented musicians of The Venice Symphony Orchestra.
Join us on October 19th at 3:30pm for Dances of Life, the first entry in this exciting new series, joined by special guest artists Francesca Arnone (flute) and Asher Carlson (clarinet).
Get tickets now: https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/events/๏ฟฝ
๐ถ Before our 2025 season takes the stage, weโre turning the spotlight on our musicians โ and the incredible things theyโve been up to this summer! โ๏ธ๐ป
Follow along as we celebrate the artists behind the music โ and count down to an exciting new season ahead.
For the past few months, Julie Boehler has performed 4th of July concerts with the Blossom Band in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and even traveled all the way to Valencia, Spain to perform with the Athena Brass Band. As if those stellar performances werenโt enough, she also participated in the Maryland Symphony Orchestra`s community outreach program!

๐ถ Before our 2025 season takes the stage, weโre turning the spotlight on our musicians โ and the incredible things theyโve been up to this summer! โ๏ธ๐ป
Follow along as we celebrate the artists behind the music โ and count down to an exciting new season ahead.
For the past few months, Julie Boehler has performed 4th of July concerts with the Blossom Band in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and even traveled all the way to Valencia, Spain to perform with the Athena Brass Band. As if those stellar performances werenโt enough, she also participated in the Maryland Symphony Orchestra`s community outreach program!
๐ฅ๐ฅSAVE THE DATE: Join us on Sunday, November 9th, for our JUKEBOX FUNDRAISER BRUNCH -- a soulful morning of tunes, tasty bites, and togetherness. Every plate helps fuel the future of community arts! ๐ถ
Tickets on sale now!
https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/tvs-events/the-venice-symphony-presents-jukebox-brunch-fundraiser/

๐ฅ๐ฅSAVE THE DATE: Join us on Sunday, November 9th, for our JUKEBOX FUNDRAISER BRUNCH -- a soulful morning of tunes, tasty bites, and togetherness. Every plate helps fuel the future of community arts! ๐ถ
Tickets on sale now!
https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/tvs-events/the-venice-symphony-presents-jukebox-brunch-fundraiser/
Yesterday, we lit up the evening as we visited our friends at Grand Living at Wellen Park to perform a candlelight string quartet concert.
Marcus Ratzenboeck (Violin), Amy Rawstron (Violin), Paul Reynolds (Viola) & Nathaniel Taylor (Cello) brought a beautiful blend of classical favorites, songs from film, and contemporary favorites.

Yesterday, we lit up the evening as we visited our friends at Grand Living at Wellen Park to perform a candlelight string quartet concert.
Marcus Ratzenboeck (Violin), Amy Rawstron (Violin), Paul Reynolds (Viola) & Nathaniel Taylor (Cello) brought a beautiful blend of classical favorites, songs from film, and contemporary favorites.
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