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Welcome.
I’m absolutely delighted that you’re here with us for our “Hollywood in Venice” concert at the Venice Performing Arts Center! Our Music Director, Troy Quinn, has crafted an unforgettable program that blends timeless Hollywood classics with modern cinematic scores sure to set your heart racing. We’re also thrilled to present sensational guest vocalist, Andrea Zomorodian, whose radiant voice will light up every performance.
Whether you’re a devoted film buff or a passionate admirer of orchestral music, tonight’s show promises to transport you straight onto the big screen. I’m overjoyed to see both our loyal returning friends and so many new faces joining us. Your energy is the spark that makes evenings like this truly special.
I’m also excited to invite you to our annual Gala on March 8 at the Venice Community Center. This year’s Gala will whisk you away to Paris, complete with a chic, festive atmosphere and a performance by our very own Venice Symphony Jazz Orchestra—playing a delightful mix of tunes from Michael Bublé to Earth, Wind & Fire. It promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music and community. Please be sure to visit our Gala table in the lobby to explore our enchanting Love Locks—a charming keepsake that not only serves as a lovely memento but also supports our Summer Music Camp.
Additionally, mark your calendars for our upcoming Patriotic Pops concert on May 24 at CoolToday Park. With the theme “The Greatest Generation,” this special event pays tribute to the brave spirit of World War II. Tickets go on sale February 21 and can be purchased via Ticketmaster or in person at CoolToday Park.
So please, sit back, relax, and let this concert sweep you off your feet. Thank you for being here—I can’t wait for you to experience the magic we’ve prepared!
Warm regards,
Christine Kasten, President/CEO The Venice Symphony
TROY QUINN, MUSIC DIRECTOR TROY QUINN, MUSIC DIRECTOR
Emmy-nominated conductor Troy Quinn has quickly established himself as one of his generation’s most versatile young artists. Lauded for his energetic and riveting, yet sensitive conducting, Quinn is in his seventh season as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida. He is also in his eighth season as Music Director of the Owensboro Symphony in Kentucky and serves concurrently as the Pops Conductor of both the Santa Rosa Symphony in California and the Rhode Island Philharmonic. Quinn’s engagements have included performances with many prestigious orchestras in the United States, including the Boston Pops, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia.
Equally at home in the pops and commercial world, Quinn has performed and recorded with some of the most popular artists of our time, including The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, Barry Manilow, Lee Greenwood, Josh Groban, Jennifer Hudson, Michael Feinstein, Tower of Power, The Indigo Girls, and Nas. As an accomplished vocalist, Quinn has also collaborated with such prominent maestros as Helmuth Rilling, Carl St. Clair, and Dan Saunders of the Metropolitan Opera. In addition to his concert work, Quinn has worked extensively in the television and recording industry, earning an Emmy nomination for the PBS special A Night at the Oscars with the Owensboro Symphony. He has made appearances on such hit television shows as Fox’s GLEE, NBC’s The Voice, and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno while recording on films like The Call of the Wild and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. He has also appeared at many of the world’s major music centers and at such famed venues as the Hollywood Bowl, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Tanglewood, where Quinn conducted the BUTI orchestra.
A native of Connecticut, Quinn pursued a bachelor of arts degree from Providence College where he was the recipient of the Leo S. Cannon award for superior achievement in the music field. He went on to earn his master’s degree with honors from the Manhattan School of Music, studying conducting with David Gilbert and voice with highly acclaimed Metropolitan Opera singer Mark Oswald. He completed his doctorate in conducting at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music, where he studied with Larry Livingston and Jo-Michael Scheibe and was named the outstanding doctoral graduate of his class. Quinn has participated in numerous masterclasses as a conducting fellow, attending conducting institutes at the Royal Academy of Music, Eastman School of Music, and Bard Conservatory of Music. He has been mentored by such renowned conductors as Benjamin Zander, Neil Varon, and Leon Botstein. Quinn serves on the conducting faculty at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music and has previously served as a faculty member at Providence College.
CONCERT PROGRAM
February 21st, 2025 I 7:30 pm
February 22nd, 2025 I 3:30 + 7:30pm
Troy Quinn, Music Director
Arr. Robert Wendel A Hollywood Salute
Max Steiner Theme from A Summer Place
Miklós Rózsa
Danny Elfman
Brian Tyler
Jerry Goldsmith
Love Theme from Ben-Hur
Marcus Ratzenboeck, Violin
Theme from Batman
Thor: The Dark World
Chinatown Suite
John Castleman, Trumpet
John Powell Suite from The Call of the Wild
INTERMISSION
Richard and Robert Sherman
Ennio Morricone
Overture from Mary Poppins
The Ecstasy of Gold from The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Andrea Zomorodian, Soprano
James Horner For the Love of a Princess from Braveheart
John Williams
Faltermeyer/Balfe/Zimmer
Where Dreams Are Born
Theme from A.I. Artificial Intelligence
Andrea Zomorodian, Soprano
Top Gun Maverick: Anthem
Tom Jemmott, Electric Guitar
John Barry End Title from Somewhere in Time
Hans Zimmer
Arr. John Williams
Theme from Madagascar
Hooray for Hollywood
Today’s performance will be approximately 90 minutes in length.
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M u SIC DIRECT o R Troy Quinn David & Deborah West Chair
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Concertmaster
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Amy Rawstron Watson, Principal
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V I o LA
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C ELL o
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Ho R n
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GUEST ARTIST
Originally from Seattle, Andrea Zomorodian is an active concertizing soprano based in LA performing across the US and abroad. She focuses on oratorio, early music, and studio singing. As an emerging early music specialist, she is lauded for her warm tone, expressivity, and aetherial high notes (“sung with blinding luminosity” - Mark Swed, LA Times).
Recent highlights include: Bachfest in Leipzig, Germany with Bach Collegium San Diego, Poulenc Gloria with La Jolla Symphony, Bach St. Matthew Passion with Musica Angelica, Haydn Lord Nelson Mass with Flagstaff Symphony, world tour of Schütz Musikalische Exequien staged by Peter Sellars (including the 2023 Salzburg Festival), a staged version of Bach’s Coffee Cantata with Con Gioia Early Music Ensemble, her solo debut (Peri Quartet) in Schumann Das Paradies with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic, the 2016-2023 world tour of Sellars’ production of Lagrime di San Pietro, and a play about Buxtehude & Bach “Like as the Hart” written by Oliver Mayer.
Ms. Zomorodian graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California and was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship to Vienna, Austria. Her voice can be heard on Wicked, Frozen II, Outlander Theme Song, Star Wars, Mulan, The Simpsons, and more.
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CONCERT NOTES
Arr. Robert Wendel – A Hollywood Salute
A tribute to the golden era of Hollywood film scores, this arrangement celebrates iconic film music, capturing the grandeur and spectacle of classic movie themes.
Max Steiner – Theme from A Summer Place
Max Steiner was one of the first composers to establish film scoring as a serious art form. The theme from A Summer Place (1959) is a lush, romantic melody that became a major hit, contributing to the film’s success and helping Steiner’s legacy in film music.
Miklós Rózsa – Love Theme from Ben-Hur
Miklós Rózsa’s score for Ben-Hur (1959) is one of his most celebrated works, known for its dramatic intensity and grandiose themes. The Love Theme is tender and lush, providing a beautiful contrast to the film’s epic action.
Danny Elfman – Theme from Batman
Danny Elfman’s iconic score for Tim Burton’s Batman (1989) features bold, gothic themes, blending dark orchestration with sweeping, heroic motifs. It’s known as one of the most recognizable superhero themes in film.
CONCERT NOTES
Brian Tyler – Thor: The Dark World
Brian Tyler’s score for Thor: The Dark World (2013) mixes grandiose symphonic elements with Nordic-inspired themes, perfectly complementing the film’s epic scale and cosmic battles.
Jerry Goldsmith –Chinatown Suite
Jerry Goldsmith’s score for Chinatown (1974) is one of his best-known works. The suite captures the film’s noir atmosphere, and John Castleman’s trumpet performance adds an emotional layer to the iconic themes.
John powell – Suite from The Call of the Wild
John Powell’s score for The Call of the Wild (2020) blends nature-inspired melodies with emotional moments, creating a sonic landscape that reflects the wild, untamed world of the film.
Richard and Robert Sherman –Overture from Mary Poppins
The Sherman Brothers’ iconic score for Mary Poppins (1964) is whimsical and full of charm. The overture sets the tone with memorable tunes, showcasing the magical world of the beloved nanny.
CONCERT NOTES
Ennio Morricone – The Ecstasy of Gold from The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Ennio Morricone’s score for the Dollars Trilogy (1966–1968) is legendary. The Ecstasy of Gold is one of the most iconic film cues ever composed, its soaring melody reflecting the film’s epic, tension-filled climax.
James Horner – For the Love of a Princess from Braveheart
James Horner’s score for Braveheart (1995) is emotional and sweeping. For the Love of a Princess is a standout piece, capturing the romance and passion at the heart of the film, with a Celtic influence.
John Williams – Where Dreams Are Born Theme from A.I. Artificial Intelligence
John Williams’ haunting and reflective score for A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001) a film known for its deep emotional resonance. The theme represents the film’s exploration of humanity, dreams, and artificial intelligence. Soprano Andrea Zomorodian’s interpretation of this piece adds an ethereal quality, accentuating the emotional depth of Williams’ score, elevating the theme of human aspiration and loss.
Faltermeyer/Balfe/Zimmer –
Top Gun Maverick: Anthem (Tom Jemmott, Electric Guitar)
CONCERT NOTES
This anthem from Top Gun: Maverick (2022) blends Hans Zimmer’s modern style with the legacy of Harold Faltermeyer’s iconic Top Gun theme. Tom Jemmott’s electric guitar performance brings a fresh, energizing take on the anthem.
John Barry –
End
Title from Somewhere in Time
John Barry’s score for Somewhere in Time (1980) is deeply romantic and sweeping. The End Title captures the film’s emotional conclusion, with a melody that has become iconic for its beauty and poignancy.
Hans Zimmer – Theme from Madagascar
Hans Zimmer’s score for Madagascar (2005) is playful and adventurous, reflecting the fun and lighthearted nature of the animated film. His energetic themes capture the animals’ journey in an upbeat, entertaining way.
Arr. John Williams – Hooray for Hollywood
This arrangement of the classic Hooray for Hollywood (1937) by John Williams celebrates the glitz and glamour of the film industry, with Williams’ trademark orchestral flair adding grandeur to the well-known tune.
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Bob Kunath
Frank & Rosalie Kunsman
George & Jacqueline Lincoln
Edward & Marlene Lipman
Jeanette Little
Susan Phipps Littlehales
Judy Livingston
Judith Lowes & Douglas Lynn
Anthony Madera
Patricia Madyda
Aldo & Catherine Magnanini
Marcia Major
James & Jo Manwaring
Jane Marcin
Barbara & Sil Martinage
Kathy & Michael Mason
Linda Masterson
Kathy McCarthy
Paul McCullough & Lynette Edmonds
Ronald & Margaret Meyers
Dawn & Michael Miller
Jean Miller
Frances Mogelnicki
Robert & Marilyn Moist
Catherine & James Monkowsi
John & Linda Moore
Joan Moran
COMMUNITY OF CONTRIBUTORS
Keith & Susan Munroe
David & Mary Ann Nelson
Martha Ness
Charles & Betty Newsom
Barbara & Edward O’Brian
Jack & Sue Onofrio
Mary Jo & Herb Ormsbee
Ralph & Loretta Orrico
Joseph & Patricia Paganini
Larry Patton
Eleanor Perfetto
Donna Perkins
James & Jane Phillips
Robert & Ann Porawski
Ralph & Sherri Progar
Mark & Jackie Puccinelli
Barbara Quinn
Donald & Cynthia Richardson
Anita & August Riska
Steve Robbins
Judith Roberts
Robert & Antoinette Ross
Joseph Rue
Sharon Rugh
Douglas Ryan
Whitney Sale
Marion Sautner & Virgilio Beruffi
Sarah Scaramella
Jim & Lynne Schaeffer
Peter & Beth Ann Schnorf
Loretta Schwaner
Gene & Winnie Scuteri
Dave & Sally Sentner
Steve & Jan Simon
Nathan & Laurie Skjerseth
Mary Jane Smith
Barry & Jean Smithies
Frank & Kateri Snow
Lauree Spangler
Arthur & Mary Spears
Robert & Carol Speir
Julie A. Sperring
Helen Spindler
Jean Spitzer
Dan & Nancy Spohn
Mona Strahlman
Frank & Dr. Miriam Jill Sullivan
Barbara Talmage
Richard Tisch
Don & Leslie Titzel
Inia Tunstall
Susan Van Wieren
Linda Varone
Melissa Wall
Peter & Mary Wallin
Winthrop & Vanessa Wassenar
Susan Weiner
Margaret Weiss
Frances White
David & Loretta Whitney
Anita Wilson
Katherine Wolyniak
Judith Wood
Linda & David Workman
Kathleen & William Wright
John & Toni Yahres
William Yopp
Nicholas & Janet Zennario
In M EM o RIAM
Barbara & Joel Bierig in memory of Steffi Bierig, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother
If you believe there is an error or omission in this list, please call Jon DeVries or Holly Anderson at 941-207-8822.
Doug & Nancy Adams
Vincent & Elizabeth Adone
Angelo & Mary Agliardo
Jody Aldrich
Richard & Carole Altman
Robert & Charlene Arena
Elizabeth & Robert Baker
Bill Baxter
Rich & Linda Becker
Myrna Bedford
Bruce & Jane Bench
Linda Bentley
Pat & Leon Bessette
Joel & Barbara Bierig
Elaine Bixler
Steven & Kathleen Black
Renee Boone
Linda Boyd
James Brackman
Don & Jean Broman
David Chivas & Ron Rice
Georgiana Claeson
Patricia Colbert
Terry & Edith Conner
Helen Crompton
Lori Crouch
Connie Crouch
Sally & Joseph DeAngelo
Jan & Richard Denney
Muriel Desrosiers
Marcia & John Drury
Marsha Edgerton
Marilyn Edmunds
Roger & Sally Effron
Notes of Gratitude
Judith Engle-Purple
Bruce Ensinger
Tom & Lou Ann Fitch
Jane Forgey
Norbert & Diana Geiss
Sharon George
Richard Gerhart
Julia Gervais
Elizabeth Gilger
Bill & Pat Girard
Daniele Glick
William Godshalk
Robert & Jane Goldsmith
Cynthia Greene
Philip & Elizabeth Groebe
Cathi Grote
Rosalie Hardman
Robert Hardy
Michael & Bonnie Hartley
Joann & David Heilemann
Virginia Hofford
Michael & Carol Horan
Robert Hughes
Richard Huhn
Teresa Janis
Pamela Johnson
Russell & Pat Johnson
Herbert & Maryann Kaufman
Mary Kloet
Gabriele Kramer
Susan Phipps Littlehales
Judy Livingston
Evelyn Luckey
Don & Jan Lutz
Patricia A. Magennis
Aldo & Catherine Magnanini
James & Jo Manwaring
Joanne Marcario
Kathy & Michael Mason
David & Stephanie Matthews
Patricia McClure
Paul McCullough & Lynette Edmonds
Frederick Mckinley
Martha McLaughlin
Floyd & Maria Miller
Susan & Tom Miller
Carolyn Mobley
Catherine & James Monkowski
Jonathan Mulford
Keith & Susan Munroe
Claudia O’Connor
Mary Jo & Herb Ormsbee
Ralph & Loretta Orrico
John & Helen Pape
Ellen Papetti
Thomas & Andronike Passios
Linda Patriarca
Lewis M. & Esther Perlstein
Family Foundation
James & Jane Phillips
Gary Prior
Ralph & Sherri Progar
Sylvia Quartier
Rita Quinn
Anita & August Riska
Sharon Rugh
Marilyn Schugg
Loretta Schwaner
Jane Serio
Nathan & Laurie Skjerseth
Mary Jane Smith
Lauree Spangler
Brad Speckerman & Maria Pappas
Julie A. Sperring
Frank & Miriam Sullivan
Barbara Talmage
Catherine Tiemeyer
Richard Tisch
William Troetel
Alberta Viola
Peter & Marilyn Wallin
John & Lisa Wicks
Judy Wolf
Darlene Wolohan
Linda & David Workman
Kathleen & William Wright
William Yopp
Nicholas & Janet Zennario
David & Mary Zike
SUPPORT THE SYMPHONY
Your personal investment is the reason The Venice Symphony delivers exceptional concerts and affordable music education. Together, musical excellence is sustained and lives transformed.
Annual Fund – The Venice Symphony’s primary source of operating revenue and outreach. Contributions may be given monthly, quarterly or annually.
Donor Advised Funds and IRA Distributions – A contribution from an IRA or DAF is an excellent way to achieve your charitable giving objectives. *
Employee Match – Many corporations will match their current employee’s or retiree’s donation. This can potentially double or triple the amount you give.
Living Trusts and Bequests – Pledge a will bequest or name The Venice Symphony as a beneficiary of a retirement or life insurance plan. *
nEW! Monthly Giving option – An easy and affordable way to offer support! Simply select monthly recurring payments when giving online or when visiting or calling our administrative offices.
Play it Forward - Donate an instrument and help make a difference for a young musician in our community.
Small Business and Corporate Engagement – Strengthen your community by offering support through concert sponsorships, participating in special events, advertising or other unique opportunities. Let’s curate a doable option for your business!
Stock and Securities – Gifts of appreciated stocks are welcomed and may be advantageous to the donor from a tax point of view. *
For more information on any of these opportunities, speak with a Development Team member by calling 941-207-8822 or visit our Administrative Offices.
*Because each situation is different, please consult your tax advisor about tax benefits.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION #CH5442 AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
941-207-8822
UPCOMING EVENTS
March 5th, 2025 | 10:30am - 12pm
Friends of The Venice Symphony Meeting
Join the Friends of The Venice Symphony for a meeting to discuss 2025 events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities.
William H. Jervey Jr. Venice Library
Contact: jcastleman@thevenicesymphony.org
March 8th, 2025 | 6pm
The Venice Symphony Annual Gala
Join us for an evening of celebration and philanthropy supporting The Venice Symphony’s mission of uniting and transforming lives through music! Dance the night away to the music provided by The Venice Symphony’s Jazz Orchestra.
Venice Community Center
Tickets: thevenicesymphony.org/events
March 13th, 2025 | 6pm
Rehearsal Gathering for Musician Hosts
Join Music Director Troy Quinn and The Venice Symphony musicians for a behind the scenes look at the Crazy for Gershwin concert and a sneak peek at dress rehearsal. Exclusive event for our Musician Host Program.
Venice performing Arts Center
Contact: music@thevenicesymphony.org
ADMINISTRATION & STAFF
2024-2025
The Venice Symphony Board of Trustees
officers
Bob Hite, Chair
Brad Speckerman, Vice Chair
Penny Corell, Secretary
Tom Fitch, Treasurer
Members
Susan DiGiacomo
Jennifer Douglas
Roger Effron
Marc Gerken
Steven Ledbetter
Denise Mattmuller
Paul McCullough
Cole McHargue
Peter Oliger
Nick Pachota
Casey Riley
Ken Sadler
ouR MISSIon
The Venice Symphony exists to inspire and transform lives through exceptional musical experiences.
ouR VISIon
Uniting Through Music
Executive office
Christine Kasten, President/CEO
Candace Kurtz, Manager of Office Operations
Artistic operations
Dana Kimble, Vice President of Artistic Operations
Tim Ferguson, Production Manager and Senior Education Consultant
Al Lyman, Principal Librarian
Terry Williams, Assistant Librarian
Patricia Dunlap, Musician Host Program Coordinator
Music Education, Community Engagement
John Castleman, Director of Education and Outreach
Nicole Rawley, Concert Strings Conductor
Christopher Riley, Symphonic Strings Conductor
David Wing, Symphonic Winds Conductor
Development
Holly Anderson, Vice President of Philanthropy
Jon DeVries, Director of Development
Finance
Erica Downs, Finance Manager
Marketing
Dania Hammad, Director of Marketing and Communications
Alison Posner-Solares, Patron Services and Ticketing Manager
Stacy Rector, Graphic Designer
Judith Engle-Purple, Graphic Designer
