🇺🇸✨ The countdown is on! ✨🇺🇸
Join us on Saturday, May 23rd at CoolToday Park for STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR, an epic family-friendly celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary with breathtaking music, thrilling flyovers, patriotic favorites, and unforgettable moments for all ages. 🎆🎶
Led by Music Director Troy Quinn and featuring special performances by The Key Chorale, this once-in-a-lifetime event brings the spirit of America to life in a spectacular musical journey you won’t want to miss.
Get Your Tickets Now: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-venice-symphony-tickets/artist/2622188
Presenting Sponsor: Community Foundation of Sarasota County
🇺🇸✨ We’re still riding the high from our Ode to America concert! What an unforgettable weekend celebrating music, community, and an amazing season together. ❤️🎶
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible guest vocalist, Andrea Ross who absolutely dazzled the audience with her beautiful voice and unforgettable performance. 👏🌟
Congratulations to Camila and Geovanna Rodriguez, who were awarded a generous full year scholarship from Steve Hammond to participate in the Venice Youth Symphony next school year! 🎟️🎻
And a special shoutout to Russ Hartley, our Patron on Percussion, who joined our musicians on stage and helped our musicians perform a stellar Star Spangled Banner! 🥁👏
Thank you all for making this season so memorable. We’re already counting down to next season! 🎼❤️
🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music and creativity at our Venice Summer Music Academy! 🎵
Open to students in grades K–11, this exciting program is perfect for beginners and seasoned musicians alike. Whether your child is just starting out or already loves to play, they’ll have a blast exploring their talents, learning new skills, and making music all summer long!
Venice Summer Music Academy is June 1-12, 2026. Please visit www.thevenicesymphony.org/summer for more information and to register!
What a fun morning on Suncoast View! 🎶
Our Music Director, Troy Quinn, stopped by to share a sneak peek of our season finale, Ode to America, and all the festive energy coming your way at our Patriotic Pops concert on May 23 🇺🇸✨
He was also joined by Andrea Ross, who kicked off the morning with a beautiful performance of “Moon River.”
Don`t miss Troy & Andrea THIS WEEKEND! Get your tickets now: https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/tvs-events/ode-to-america/
Set your alarm! ⏰
Tune in tomorrow at 9AM to catch Troy Quinn on ABC7 Sarasota - WWSB Suncoast View with our guest vocalist Andrea Ross.
Tickets for Ode to America are selling fast. Get yours now!
https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/tvs-events/ode-to-america/
🇺🇸 Celebrate the sound of a nation with Ode to America!
Enjoy an inspiring evening of music featuring favorites like John Williams’ The Cowboys Overture and Florence Price’s Colonial Dance.
We’re also thrilled to welcome back guest vocalist Andrea Ross, who will shine with beloved songs like “Moon River” and “Don’t Rain On My Parade.”
Join us April 24th & April 25th at the Venice Performing Arts Center for the grand finale of our 2025–2026 season. Get Tickets Now: https://www.thevenicesymphony.org/tvs-events/ode-to-america/
Our Chair Society Luncheon was full of smiles, connection, and a special conversation with our Music Director Troy Quinn. His stories, reflections, and vision for the future had us all feeling inspired and ready for the next chapter. 🥐🍗
Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your continued support helps us continue to do what we love -- bringing you the music! 🎶
Special thanks to Sarasota National Golf Club for the beautiful views and tasty food and to Brian Stuligross for his wonderful violin performance.
Friday mornings don’t get much better than this! ☀️ 🌸💐
This morning`s brunch with the Friends of the Symphony was the perfect blend of delicious food, warm conversation, and plenty of laughter. A big thank you to the Venice Art Center and the Art Garden Cafe for the gorgeous setting and delicious brunch! 🥐
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