La Musica
Inspiring audiences through chamber music for 31 years
For 31 years, La Musica has been inspiring audiences
of all ages during its annual international chamber
music festival. This year’s theme is–aptly–Sources of
Inspiration and explores three sources, the inspiration
of the composer, which inspires the musicians who,
in turn, inspire audiences. “La Musica was founded
to include both international and American players
with the purpose of melding different styles and
techniques,” says Sally Faron, President of the Board
of Directors. “The musicians work in open rehearsals
where the audience listens to their conversations
as well as the music and becomes part of the
experience.”
This year’s festival is April 7 through 18 with four
concerts and various open rehearsals throughout and
features highly regarded musicians such as cellist
Antonio Meneses, La Musica Artistic Director Bruno
From Left to Right:
Associate Artistic Director Derek Han
Executive Director Mark Noble
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Giuranna and Associate Artistic Director Derek
Han. La Musica also holds exciting musical events
including Sonata A Due on December 5, and during
the festival, Meet the Musicians at Dolphin Aviation
on April 11 and an interactive dinner on April 14
where musicians cook.
Educational outreach always has been part of La
Musica, which offers free admission to open rehearsals
for all students and teachers, free tickets to Sarasota/
Manatee high schools, and a special rehearsalperformance
for younger students.
“The community has supported La Musica for 31
years, and we need that support to continue. Chamber
music is one of the purest forms of music in that it was
the stage,” Faron says. “It represents truth.”
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