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In the Key of Gifting

A Sarasota Grand Piano Finds a New Home in a Historic Mississippi Church

Anonymous donors gifted their mint-condition piano to the church, which hosted civil rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Jackie Robinson.

10/17/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Jam Out

Three Musical Acts We Love

Want to update your music catalog? Check out these three local acts.

09/12/2022 By Allison Forsyth and Chloé Cuyler

Buzz Bin

Yes, Sarasota Has a Rap Scene, and It's Loaded With Talent

The Suncoast has a vibrant, talented and varied community of rappers that might not be on the radar of most residents. Yet.

09/08/2022 By Kevin Coval

Preview

New Music New College Returns Live for 2022-23

A five-concert season brings together visiting artists and area musicians to explore new sounds.

09/02/2022 By Kay Kipling

Local Music

Ringling Underground Returns Sept. 1

Thursday's lineup includes The Tilt, Hovercar, and Roxx Revolt and The Velvets. Here's what to expect.

08/31/2022 By Dariela Delgado

Preview

The Van Wezel Announces More of Its 2022-23 Season

Comedy, pop, rock and more are added to the already announced Broadway and dance season lineup.

08/29/2022 By Kay Kipling

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Preview

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Kicks Off Its Season in October

A combination of classical, jazz, pops and more will highlight the "Ever Onward" season.

07/29/2022 By Kay Kipling

Coming Soon

Key Chorale Announces 2022-23 Season

Season 38 will offer a mix of classical, Irish, holiday and folk music and more.

07/28/2022 By Kay Kipling

Sad News

Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Bramwell Tovey Has Died

The news is a shock—and a loss to the music world.

07/13/2022 By Kay Kipling

Plant Life

Sarasota Band Physical Plant Makes Psychedelic Rock Feel Brand New

The rock group will release its new album, Hot Future, next month.

07/08/2022 By Allison Forsyth

All That Jazz

For Four Decades, Sarasota Has Been a Mecca for Jazz Musicians and Fans

What does the future hold?

05/03/2021 By Jo Morello

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