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Sarasota Orchestra Announces $11.7M Gift and Releases Renderings of New Music Center

Sarasota Orchestra’s vision for a Music Center has taken another step, thanks to an additional $11.7 million investment and the release of new architectural renderings that offer a closer look at the future home for music, education and community connection.

Sarasota Orchestra Shares First Look Inside Future Music Center

Sarasota Orchestra shared schematic design renderings of its future Music Center at 5701 Fruitville Road, offering a first look inside the concert hall and the Education Center, plus an enhanced exterior view. Together, these refined designs illustrate a 32-acre campus that will transform Sarasota’s performance capabilities, musical learning experiences and community life.

Tom and Sherry Koski Commit $5 Million to Inspire Future Generations Through Sarasota Orchestra’s Music Center

Sarasota philanthropists Tom and Sherry Koski have contributed $5 million to Sarasota Orchestra in support of its Music Center, reflecting their belief in the power of live music to inspire future generations and their commitment to sustaining Sarasota’s legacy of cultural excellence.

A Special Update from Music Center “Owner’s Representative” Matt Edwards

Sarasota Orchestra is a vibrant organization serving the region with an array of programs all year long. It is equally active behind the scenes as our Music Center project team continues its work. We made meaningful progress, advancing several important elements that will help shape the Orchestra’s future.

Jack and Priscilla Schlegel Champion Sarasota Orchestra’s Future with $10 Million Gift for New Music Center

Longtime Sarasota Orchestra supporters Jack and Priscilla Schlegel have made a transformative $10 million gift to advance the future Music Center at 5701 Fruitville Road. Their investment marks a major milestone for the project and reflects an enduring belief in the power of the arts to shape and strengthen a community.

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