Venice Concert Band
The Venice Concert Band is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization comprised of both amateur and professional musicians who volunteer their time and talent. The musicians in the Band are comprised of widely varying ages and backgrounds and are dedicated to contributing to the cultural life of the community while maintaining their playing ability. The Band is actively involved in supporting through charitable donations, educational and musical organizations within the West Coast of Florida. These educational organizations include musical programs targeted for grade schools through college level. Donations have offered direct scholarship to needy students and grants to teachers promoting music education in the classroom.
The Band rehearses on Monday evenings from October through April for two hours. Band members travel from near and far bringing the joy of music to the 850-1000 people in the audiences. Concert programs consist of an appealing mix of marches, show tunes, novelty pieces, “classical” compositions, and featured instrumental and vocal soloists.
Appropriate selections are programmed for special concerts: Veteran’s Day and Christmas. The Band enjoys excellent community support as evidenced by the large audiences and extensive press coverage. The Band is sponsored by the City of Venice.