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Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 11-15-2026 16:00, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8272/8368, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Program (short):
- Composer: BAX, Piece: Quintet for Harp and Strings
- Composer: PRICE, Piece: Octet for Brasses and Piano
- Composer: Andy AKIHO, Piece: {i}LIgNEouS{/i}
- Composer: GOUNOD, Piece: {i}Petite Symphonie{/i}
Has intermission?: Yes
Cost Override: $52
Program: 2627 | CS3 | ARNOLD BAX Quintet for Harp and Strings, 2627 | CS3 | FLORENCE PRICE Octet for Brasses and Piano, 2627 | CS3 | ANDY AKIHO LIgNEouS, 2627 | CS3 | GOUNOD Petite Symphonie

This program features your favorite instruments in new and interesting combinations. Arnold Bax’s Quintet for Harp and Strings is dreamy and impressionistic. Florence Price’s Octet for Brasses and Piano is a melodic work that shows off the brass’ lyrical sides. LIgNEouS features solo marimba and string quartet. Finally, Gounod's Petite symphonie combines winds and horns in a charming work.

Mozart: A Little Night Music

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 01-28-2027 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8273/8371, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 01-29-2027 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8273/8373, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Program (short):
- Composer: MOZART, Piece: {i}Eine kleine Nachtmusik{/i}
- Composer: MOZART, Piece: Serenade No. 9 ({i}Posthorn{/i})
Has intermission?: Yes
Conductor: Giancarlo Guerrero
Cost Override: $52
Program: 2627 | CS4 | MOZART Eine kleine Nachtmusik, 2627 | CS4 | MOZART Serenade No. 9 Posthorn

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Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero delves into Mozart’s music for smaller ensembles, as he leads the strings in the iconic Eine kleine Nachtmusik, the opening of which is immediately recognizable the world over. The winds, brass, and timpani join in the fun for the Serenade No. 9, nicknamed “Posthorn” because of a solo for the brass instrument.

Old World/New World

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 02-28-2027 16:00, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8274/8369, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Program (short):
- Composer: PREVIN, Piece: {i}Four Outings for Brass{/i}
- Composer: BOZZA, Piece: {i}Variations sur un thème libre{/i}
- Composer: BORODIN, Piece: String Quartet No. 2
Has intermission?: Yes
Cost Override: $52
Program: 2627 | CS5 | PREVIN Four Outings for Brass, 2627 | CS5 | BOZZA Variations sur un theme libre, 2627 | CS5 | BORODIN String Quartet No. 2

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André Previn’s Four Outings for Brass is a jazzy suite with each movement featuring a different instrument. Eugène Bozza wrote a large volume of music for winds. His Variations sur un thème libre is a melodic work offering the winds a chance to shine. Alexander Borodin's warmly passionate String Quartet No. 2 is a perennial favorite.

Bruch & Beethoven

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 04-08-2027 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8275/8372, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Program (short):
- Composer: BRUCH, Piece: Piano Quintet
- Composer: BEETHOVEN, Piece: String Quartet No. 16
Has intermission?: Yes
Cost Override: $52
Program: 2627 | CS6 | BRUCH Piano Quintet, 2627 | CS6 | Beethoven String Quartet 16

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Bruch’s lush Piano Quintet is a highly Romantic work composed for a set of dear friends to perform. The piece is passionate and playful. Beethoven's String Quartet No. 16 features moments of great tenderness and quirky rhythmic fun, and marks a triumphant conclusion to Beethoven’s extraordinary catalog of string quartets. This concert honors the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s passing.

Planes, Trains, & Automobiles

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 10-14-2026 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8279/8308, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-15-2026 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8279/8314, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-16-2026 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8279/8320, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-17-2026 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/8279/8345, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: Yes
Conductor: Evan Roider
Cost Override: $50

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Buckle up for a high-octane sonic journey! From the cinematic magic of John Williams’ “Flying Theme” from E.T., to the whimsical chug of Heitor Villa-Lobos’ The Little Train of the Caipira, this concert celebrates the thrill of being on the move. Guest conductor Evan Roider leads this fast-paced hour of symphonic favorites, including music from Cars and Back to the Future. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time guest, this program captures adventure in every note. Experience the excitement as Sarasota Orchestra brings your favorite journeys to life.