Guests arrived in their “Sunday best” ready for a party, and they weren’t disappointed. As attendees delighted in the sumptuous variety of culinary offerings, Association President Joy McIntyre spoke of the organization’s long history. Mayor Jen Ahearn-Koch delivered a proclamation honoring the Sarasota Concert Association for its outstanding service to our region. WSMR’s classical music host Bethany Cagle spoke about SCA’s leadership role in the regional classical landscape and our longstanding bond with WUSF Public Broadcasting. Simon Lasky, WUSF’s jazz host, led an extraordinary interview with 13-year-old Brandon Goldberg, who with Brandon Robertson, bass and Marty Morell, drums, wowed the audience with his musical chops and deep knowledge of music history.