The Venice Symphony

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

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Musician Spotlight – Katherine Gilger, Violin

September 14, 2022 by sharyn

Katherine Gilger is brand new to The Venice Symphony. She lives in Raleigh, NC and graduated from the Mannes School of Music in New York City studying with Met Opera Concertmaster David Chan and … [Read more...]

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Musician Spotlight – Michael Drapkin, Clarinet/Bass Clarinet

September 7, 2022 by sharyn

Michael Drapkin started playing with the orchestra last season and will be a regular in 2022-23. He moved to Sarasota two years ago with his wife Suzy. It didn’t take him long to find opportunities as … [Read more...]

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Musician Spotlight: Amy Collins, Principal Oboe

August 31, 2022 by sharyn

Principal Oboe Amy Collins joined The Venice Symphony in Spring 2018. She also performs with Venice Symphony chamber groups throughout the year. She has served as adjunct Professor of Oboe at The … [Read more...]

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The Venice Symphony Names Andy Leisenring as Chair of Board of Trustees

July 5, 2022 by sharyn

The Venice Symphony announces that Andy Leisenring will serve as Chair of its Board of Trustees for the 2022-23 season. Leisenring has served in law enforcement for 21 years and is currently a Captain … [Read more...]

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The Venice Symphony Names Three to Board of Trustees

June 29, 2022 by sharyn

"The Venice Symphony is pleased to announce that Tom Fitch, Denise Mattmuller and Brad Speckerman have joined the Symphony’s 2022-23 Board of Trustees. “We are honored to add these three dynamic … [Read more...]

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Upcoming Events

  1. Single Tickets and Online Sales

    August 15, 2022 @ 10:00 am - April 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm
  2. Noche Unidos With Mariachi Cobre and The Venice Symphony

    April 28 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
  3. Patriotic Pops and Fireworks at CoolToday Park

    May 27 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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Latest News

  • Hannah MacLean: Violin
  • Susan Debronsky: Cello
  • The Venice Symphony Ball: Imagine is Feb. 18 at Plantation Golf and Country Club

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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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