Created in 2015 by the husband-and-wife team of violinist Samantha Bennett and percussionist George Nickson, ensembleNEWSRQ is Sarasota’s modern chamber music company.  Dedicated to playing and supporting the music of contemporary composers, the ensemble performs innovative, thoughtfully curated programs to rave reviews.  

Last year the ensembleNEWSRQ company of artists performed at the Sarasota Opera House for the first time. In May of this year, the group takes the stage at The Ringling’s Historic Asolo Theater in a four-concert series that explores the works of artists inspired or affected by the city of Paris.  

Arts Advocates is delighted to welcome the group’s founders and hear a sample of their music at our March 21^st luncheon.  

Get 3 Months Free! Get 3 months added to your yearly membership if you join or renew when attending an Arts Advocates luncheon. That’s 15 months for the cost of 12 months no matter when your membership renewal is due. 

Lunch Choices - Use dropdowns on the registration form to indicate your selections. Please note that your entreé and dessert choices cannot be changed at the luncheon.
Regular Entree: Parmesan-crusted chicken breast, pasta, asparagus
Vegetarian Entree: Eggplant rollatini
Dessert: Tiramisu OR fresh fruit

NOTE: Please indicate any special seating requests in the comment box on the registration form.