SARASOTA, FL - October 20, 2025—The Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble and Ring Sarasota, Sarasota’s premier handbell choir, are proud to present a joint performance honoring Veterans on November 8th, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Pine Shores Presbyterian Church in Sarasota, FL.

This collaborative performance will be a powerful musical tribute honoring the brave men and women of our Armed Forces, both past and present. The concert will feature stirring marches, patriotic classics, and heartfelt selections performed by both wind ensemble and handbells, blending their distinctive sounds together to celebrate service and sacrifice. 

“It’s important to never forget the sacrifice made by our veterans, and their families, as well as to honor those that are still serving.”   Rick Holdsworth, Master Chief Musician, U.S. Navy, Retired, Principal Conductor, Ring Sarasota. 

Date: November 8th, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00 PM EST
Location: Pine Shores Presbyterian Church┃ 6116 Crestwood Ave., Sarasota, FL 34231

Tickets: Veterans attend FREE┃$20 General Admission┃$10 Student Admission

Join us for this inspiring afternoon of remembrance, gratitude, and American spirit, presented by two of Sarasota’s finest musical ensembles.

About Ring Sarasota: 
As the area’s premier handbell ensemble, Ring Sarasota’s spirited musicians captivate audiences of all ages with a unique combination of entertainment, education, and community engagement.

About The Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble: 

The Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble is a premiere ensemble dedicated to serving the community by providing exposure to the finest wind ensemble literature performed at a professional level. We offer concerts to share the enjoyment of high-quality music-making, to support the preservation of band literature, and to inspire young musicians to pursue lifelong engagement with music.