About us

History

Strings Con Brio was incorporated in 2015, and received nonprofit 501(c)(3) designation in 2016. The organization began with providing collaborative performances for events in the community, and now performs as a conducted ensemble.

Executive Director

Founder and Executive Director Monica Sirocchi is a violinist in Strings Con Brio. She holds a Masters of Nonprofit Management, Bachelors of Science in Health Science and Administration, and a minor in music. Monica has coordinated collaborative performances with music ensembles since 2008 and has worked with nonprofit organizations in Sarasota and Manatee counties since 2010.

Artistic Director

Conductor and Artistic Director Kenneth Bowermeister is the former Music Director and Conductor of The Venice Symphony and The Pops Orchestra. He held the position of Assistant Concertmaster of the Florida West Coast Symphony (now the Sarasota Orchestra) for 21 years and served as Orchestra Director at Pine View School for 30 years.