The Venice Symphony

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

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Gavin Dougherty – Principal Timpani

October 19, 2022 by sharyn

Gavin Dougherty is excited to be starting his sixth season as Principal Timpani with the Venice Symphony. Gavin has played with the Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, Sarasota Orchestra, Naples … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Musician Spotlight Tagged With: musician spotlight, orchestra, percussion, symphony, timpani, Venice

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...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: clarinet, klezmer, musician spotlight, sarasota, symphony, Venice

Upcoming Events

  1. Single Tickets and Online Sales

    August 15, 2022 @ 10:00 am - April 22, 2023 @ 4:00 pm
  2. Saturday Nights at The Symphony

    December 17, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - February 25, 2023 @ 7:30 pm
  3. The Venice Symphony Ball – Imagine

    February 18 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Latest News

  • The Venice Symphony Ball: Imagine is Feb. 18 at Plantation Golf and Country Club
  • Asher Carlson: Principal Clarinet
  • Michael Woods: Percussion

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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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