Concerts & Events

In Remembrance of Derek Han

Michael’s On East Ballroom, 1212 S. East Avenue, Sarasota

Recital      Reception      Dinner 

Our 36th season kick-off event celebrates the life of Associate Artistic Director Derek Han, who passed away in April of 2021. Daniel Avshalomov, his oldest friend from Juilliard days, shares his memories and the music they played together. The evening begins with a recital, followed by cocktail reception with the artists and concludes with a marvelous three-course dinner.  

Daniel Avshalomov, viola | Sila Senturk, piano

A rare opportunity to sit in on rehearsals and learn how a performance comes together.

Derek Han Memorial Concert

Works by Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms

Pre-concert talk at 2:15 pm

Single tickets on sale February 1

Enchanting music and commentary at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - a tropical urban oasis overlooking Sarasota Bay. Reception at 6 pm with light hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Concert at 7 pm. Mingle with the artists after the performance.

$99 per person; tickets on sale February 1.

Romantic to Modern French Masterpieces

Works by Ravel, Romberg and Franck

Pre-concert talk at 6:45 pm

Single tickets on sale February 1

A lively, interactive dinner event featuring La Musica artists joining with Philip Mancini and Michael’s On East’s Executive Chef Jamil Pineda to lead guests in cooking demonstrations to create the evening's meal. This event is a tremendous amount of fun and the food you and your tablemates prepare is always delicious.

Sponsored by Gloria Moss in honor of Janet Hunter.

Tickets on sale February 1

Guitar Spectrum

Works by Dvorak, Giacomo Susani and Boccherini

Pre-concert talk at 2:15 pm

Single tickets on sale February 1

Get “up close and personal” with our talented musicians in the hangar at Dolphin Aviation. Musicians, music and munchies!

$45 per person; tickets on sale February 1.

Drama and Joviality

Works by Mozart, Kodaly and Tchaikovsky

Pre-concert talk at 6:45 pm

Single tickets on sale February 1