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The Art of the Violin Benefit Auction and Reception


  • By Black Tie Staff
  • | 5:00 p.m. February 19, 2015
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The Art of the Violin brings a collection of local and international artists together to transform violins into unique works of art. After being on display Nov-Feb, the 20 violins will be auctioned off at The Art of the Violin Benefit and Reception at an elegant home on Longboat Key. Meet the artists and enjoy signature cocktails and endless hors d'oeuvres while bidding in both a silent and live auction. Proceeds benefit the education programs of The Perlman Music Program/Suncoast. For the list of artists and to view the violin photo gallery, visit http://www.perlmanmusicprogramsuncoast.org/?page_id=6964.
Scott Anderson and host Al Bru
Scott Anderson and host Al Bru
Margaret Ann Behrends, Patty Buttenheim and Jorge Reynardus
Margaret Ann Behrends, Patty Buttenheim and Jorge Reynardus
Jay D. Berman and Lydia Bohn
Jay D. Berman and Lydia Bohn
Lydia Bohn, Debbie Cohen and James Griffin
Lydia Bohn, Debbie Cohen and James Griffin
Host and Co-Chair Delin Bru and Co-Chair Linda Driggs
Host and Co-Chair Delin Bru and Co-Chair Linda Driggs
Host and Co-Chair Delin Bru and Co-Chair Linda Driggs
Host and Co-Chair Delin Bru and Co-Chair Linda Driggs
Annick Burnett, Nadia Ritter, Fran Lambert and Ellen Cavanaugh
Annick Burnett, Nadia Ritter, Fran Lambert and Ellen Cavanaugh
Ellen Cavanaugh, Nadia Ritter and Annick Burnett
Ellen Cavanaugh, Nadia Ritter and Annick Burnett
Estelle Cohen and Phyllis Frederic
Estelle Cohen and Phyllis Frederic
Chris Driggs with Laura and David Smokler
Chris Driggs with Laura and David Smokler
Wendy Foley, Larry Forgard and Karen Davenport
Wendy Foley, Larry Forgard and Karen Davenport
Elaine and Ted Gast
Elaine and Ted Gast
Sue and Bert Giroux
Sue and Bert Giroux
Teri Hansen, co-chair and host Delin Bru and Scott Anderson
Teri Hansen, co-chair and host Delin Bru and Scott Anderson
Krystle Harvey and Amy Webber
Krystle Harvey and Amy Webber
Debbie and Larry Haspel
Debbie and Larry Haspel
The Perlman Music Program Sarasota hosted ‘The Art of the Violin’ Reception and Violin Auction Thursday, Feb. 19, at a private residence.
The Perlman Music Program Sarasota hosted ‘The Art of the Violin’ Reception and Violin Auction Thursday, Feb. 19, at a private residence.
Helen Searle, Raven Skye McDonough, Wayne Hoitt and Jill Krasner
Helen Searle, Raven Skye McDonough, Wayne Hoitt and Jill Krasner
David Steiner, Tre Michel and Larry Forgard
David Steiner, Tre Michel and Larry Forgard
David Steiner and Tre Michel
David Steiner and Tre Michel
David Steiner and Tre Michel
David Steiner and Tre Michel
The violin theme of the evening was seen throughout the decor and the food at the event.
The violin theme of the evening was seen throughout the decor and the food at the event.
The violin theme of the evening was seen throughout the decor and the food at the event.
The violin theme of the evening was seen throughout the decor and the food at the event.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
The Art of the Violin Reception and Violin Auction featured 21 violins hand painted by artists selected for the occasion.
Ruth Ann and Richard Young with Kathy and Moshe Horowitz
Ruth Ann and Richard Young with Kathy and Moshe Horowitz

 

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