Musical genius knows no borders. Join Christopher Confessore and Sarasota Orchestra in a journey across continents in search of glorious music. From Strauss’ Blue Danube to beloved works by Puccini and Elgar, the sonic riches are endless. Sarasota Orchestra Concertmaster Daniel Jordan celebrates his own “fantastic voyage,” marking 25 years in the Orchestra with a performance of Johan Svendsen’s Romance for Violin and Orchestra.

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Fantastic Voyage

Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center

Back to the ‘80s is a power-packed evening of the decade’s number-one songs, including Madonna’s “Material Girl,” Cyndi Lauper’s first smash hit, “Time After Time,” and “The Power of Love” by Huey Lewis & the News. Featuring the music of a multitude of iconic ‘80s stars—such as Queen, Phil Collins, Stevie Nicks, and Heart—Back to the ‘80s contains all-new arrangements by GRAMMY-winner Jeff Tyzik belted out by three incredible vocalists. Experience your Sarasota Orchestra, amped up on the field at the Orioles’ Ed Smith Stadium, in an evening of hits and home runs that concludes with a dazzling fireworks display.

Decades: Back To The 80s

Sarasota Orchestra

What would have been on Tchaikovsky’s playlist? Conductor David Alan Miller offers a “sampler platter” of works by some of Tchaikovsky’s musical heroes, featuring beloved pieces by Bizet, Grieg, Schumann and Mozart. The program concludes with virtuoso cellist Zlatomir Fung performing Tchaikovsky’s timeless “Rococo” Variations—a glorious glimpse into the soul of one of music’s most treasured composers.

Sarasota Orchestra

24 - 27 Apr, 2024

Fantastic Voyage

3 - 4 May, 2024

Decades: Back To The 80s

May 11, 2024

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