Celebrating 81 Years: The Legacy and Future of Sarasota’s Classical Scene
Behind the Masterpiece on Florida’s Cultural Coast
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Show Notes
The Sarasota Concert Association is celebrating its 81st season, and it’s not slowing down. In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, Jeffrey Kin talks with Executive Director Linda Moxley about how the organization continues to bring top-tier classical music to Sarasota year after year. They discuss what goes into planning a full season, the shift from volunteer-led to professional leadership, and why the theme “Expect the Extraordinary” reflects more than just clever branding. From international orchestras to free local matinees, it’s a look at how one organization keeps classical music alive and well on Florida’s cultural coast.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Meet Linda Moxley, Executive Director, Sarasota Concert Association
00:34 – “Expect the Extraordinary” Tagline
01:47 – Lucerne Music Festival Trip
04:09 – Linda’s Musical Roots
06:25 – Career Journey Through Major Orchestras
08:40 – Becoming SCA’s First Executive Director
10:20 – 81 Years of Sarasota Concert Association
11:30 – How a Season Gets Programmed
13:57 – 2025 Highlights: Joshua Bell, Danish Quartet & More
23:33 – Free Music Matinees & Community Impact
For more information and to listen to all the episodes, go to sarasotapodcast.com