Sarasota Orchestra Names Evan Roider Creative Advisor for Pops and Great Escapes
Sarasota Orchestra has named conductor Evan Roider Creative Advisor for its Pops and Great Escapes concert series.
Sarasota Classical Music News Coverage
The latest news on performances of Classical Music in Sarasota.
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota to Perform BORN IN THE U.S.A. in Parrish with Alex Shillo
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota will present a Bruce Springsteen program with singer Alex Shillo at the Parrish Community Performing Arts Center, followed by a patriotic salute to those who have served.
Daniil Trifonov and Chanticleer to Perform at Sarasota Opera House in December
The Sarasota Concert Association will present Grammy Award-winning pianist Daniil Trifonov in a solo recital and vocal ensemble Chanticleer in its Holiday Concert at the Sarasota Opera House.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives $65,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Gulf Coast Community Foundation has awarded Sarasota Orchestra a $65,000 Empowering Arts Grant to support its 2026-2027 season, including the Saturday Great Escapes concert series.
Sarasota Orchestra to Launch Masterworks Season with Gil Shaham
Sarasota Orchestra opens its Masterworks series with violinist Gil Shaham performing Beethoven's Violin Concerto alongside Prokofiev's Symphony No.
Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota Receives $10,000 Grant
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota received a $10,000 grant from The Exchange, a nonprofit consignment store that funds local arts organizations in the region.
Sarasota Concert Association Welcomes New Board Members
The Sarasota Concert Association appointed Denise Galambos and Michael Fischer to its Board of Directors.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Receives $6,000 Grant
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota received a $6,000 grant from The Exchange to support two classical music concerts featuring violinist James Ehnes during the 2026-2027 season.
Sarasota Orchestra Will Perform THE CONDUCTOR'S MAGICAL BOOK Free Family Concert
Sarasota Orchestra will present a free family concert at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, combining orchestral music with an imaginative story about young Tony Stradivarius and a magical book that guides audiences through the sounds of different instruments and the art of conducting.
Single Tickets Now Available For Sarasota Concert Association’s 2026–27 Season
The Sarasota Concert Association will offer single tickets for its upcoming season, featuring five Great Performers Series concerts and two Special Events with orchestras and soloists in Sarasota.
Sarasota Orchestra's Harmony Gallery to Present Six Exhibitions in New Season
Sarasota Orchestra announced six juried exhibitions for its Harmony Gallery, featuring local artists and collaborations with the Sarasota African American Cultural Coalition and Booker High School's arts program.
GROOVIN' IN THE GARDENS to Launch at Palma Sola Botanical Park
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota and Palma Sola Botanical Park will present a new outdoor concert series in Bradenton, Florida, featuring live jazz from The Pops Orchestra's Jazz Combo.
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation Awards $15,000 to Sarasota Orchestra
The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation awarded $15,000 to Sarasota Orchestra to support its Young Person's Concerts program, which reaches nearly 9,000 fourth and fifth grade students annually.
FIREWORKS ON THE LAKE to Honor America's 250th Anniversary at Nathan Benderson Park
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota will serve as Premier Sponsor and featured performers at Fireworks on the Lake - America 250, an annual Independence Day event at Nathan Benderson Park drawing more than 15,000 attendees.
NEWSIES JR. to Feature Live Pit Orchestra at The Pops Orchestra Summer Camp
The Pops Orchestra's 'It's the Pits!' summer camp will have middle and high school musicians perform as the live pit orchestra for the Manatee Performing Arts Center's production of Disney's NEWSIES JR.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Applications Now Open For Sarasota Orchestra's Harmony Gallery
Sarasota Orchestra opened applications for its Harmony Gallery, inviting two-dimensional artists from Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties to exhibit at the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center during the upcoming concert season.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives $11.7M Gift
Sarasota Orchestra announced an $11.
Schmidt Vocal Arts Will Present Fifth Annual National High School Vocal Competition
Schmidt Vocal Arts announced 58 teen singers advancing to the semifinals of its fifth annual National Vocal Competition, held in partnership with Sarasota Opera at the Sarasota Opera House in Florida.
Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota Appoints Inaugural Marketing Director
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton & Sarasota announced Elyza Wylder-Wilcox as its inaugural Director of Marketing and Communications, a newly created role focused on audience engagement and community outreach.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Present BAROQUE TREASURES on Mother's Day
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Baroque Treasures at First Presbyterian Church, featuring harpsichordist Paulo Bordignon and Sarasota Orchestra principals performing Handel, Bach, and Debussy.
Sarasota Orchestra Sets 2026–2027 Season With Masterworks, Pops, and More
Sarasota Orchestra has announced its 2026–2027 season, titled IT’S BETTER LIVE.
Joshua Bell to Lead Academy of St Martin in the Fields in Sarasota Concert
Joshua Bell will lead the Academy of St Martin in the Fields in a concert presented by the Sarasota Concert Association.
Sarasota Concert Association To Present Pianist Alexander Malofeev In Sarasota Debut
Sarasota Concert Association will present pianist Alexander Malofeev in his Sarasota debut on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 7:30 p.
Sarasota Opera to Mark Centennial of Historic Opera House in April 2026
During Sarasota Opera's 2026 Winter Festival, the company celebrates 100 years of the Sarasota Opera House.
Sarasota Opera Announces Departure Of Longtime Artistic Director Victor DeRenzi
Sarasota Opera has announced that Maestro Victor DeRenzi, Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, has decided to leave the company at the end of his current contract in May 2026.
Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota Adds Family Event, World Premiere, And Baroque Guest Artist To Spring 2026 Lineup
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will expand its spring programming with a free family-friendly event at The Bay on March 15, followed by the world premiere of Roger Zare’s Gamma for string quartet on April 12.
Canadian Brass Returns To Sarasota For A Festive Holiday Concert This December
The legendary Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota on December 2, 2025, for a holiday concert at the Sarasota Opera House, presented by the Sarasota Concert Association.
The Sarasota Concert Association's 'Choose Three Subscriptions' Now On Sale
The Sarasota Concert Association's Choose Three Mini Subscriptions are now on sale for the 2026 Great Performers Series.
Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota Closes 29th Season With Saxophones And Guitars
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present the final two concerts of its 29th season in May.
Vijay Iyer Returns To Sarasota For Crosby Alumni Music Series At The Hermitage
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced the fourth annual concert in the Ruby E.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives Grant From Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Sarasota Orchestra has received a $65,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast) in support of the 2024-2025 season.
Interview: Lena Cambis And Sean O'Neil of Sarasota Music Conservatory
Sarasota is truly a gem when it comes to the arts scene! It's no wonder that it's known as the Cultural Center for the State of Florida.
Czech National Symphony Orchestra to Perform at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
The Sarasota Concert Association will present the Czech National Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Jan Chalupeckcký and featuring pianist Maxim Lando, in Sarasota.
The PMP Winter Residency, Led By Itzhak And Toby Perlman, Begins This Month At USF Sarasota-Manatee
Each December and January, students from the Perlman Music Program (PMP) Summer Music School, Israel Residency and Chamber Music Workshop reunite on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus for lessons, studio classes, works-in-progress recitals, chorus and orchestra rehearsals and other activities.
Soundbox Ventures' 2025 'Listen Hear' Salon Concerts At St. Boniface Episcopal Church
Soundbox Ventures has announced its 2024-25 season of the “Listen Hear” salon concert series at St.
Sarasota Orchestra Dives Into December with Festive Programming
Sarasota Orchestra announced its December concerts, featuring a range of performances including holiday classics and contemporary works.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives Grant From Barancik Foundation
Sarasota Orchestra received a grant from the Barancik Foundation to support its educational programs and community outreach initiatives, enhancing access to music education and cultural experiences.
Choral Artists Receives Community Foundation of Sarasota County Grant For CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD
Choral Artists will perform CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD in April, supported by a Community Foundation grant.
The Perlman Music Program Suncoast to Present The Zota Quartet in November
The Perlman Music Program Suncoast (PMP Suncoast) will present the Zota Quartet, Tuesday, November 12, noon-1 p.
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American Composers Orchestra: New Virtuoso: Low End Theory at Carnegie Hall Carnegie Hall (3/18-3/18) |
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NYFOS Next: This Now Naked Life The Theater at 150 W 17th Street (11/15-11/15) |
