“The Florida Orchestra… a sleeping giant….”

Fred Zenone, President
Symphony Orchestra Institute

Vision
 

» We want to provide another 40 years of continued excellence in symphonic music for all residents of the Tampa Bay area. » We envision a widely acclaimed musical ensemble that puts the Tampa Bay area on the national cultural map and is the envy of cities throughout Florida and the US. » It is our aim to continue to attract the finest players from around the world. » We strive for a competitive salary for musicians, so that coveted players will remain members of the Florida orchestra, and have the ability to be great contributors to our community. » We hope to play an integral role in creating a vibrant metropolitan area with a high level of culture and consciousness.