Savannah Music Festival | March 22-April 7, 2012

Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes is one of the most in-demand recitalists and concert soloists in classical music today....[more]

The greatest big band in the land returns to Savannah for an evening of full-tilt swing. Celebrating the 50th...[more]

The Harmoneers are a Conley, Georgia-based jubilee gospel group that includes brothers Willie, Calvin, Melvin and Andrew Turner. Their...[more]

Recognized as one of the world's great chamber music ensembles, the Takács Quartet play with a unique blend of...[more]

With inspirations as diverse as Townes Van Zandt (he was named in honor of his father's hero), Jimmy Reed,...[more]

For the first time in 20 years, the original Flecktones puts pianist/harmonica player Howard Levy back in the fold...[more]

Led by the incomparable bluegrass tenor Russell Moore, winner of the IBMA's (International Bluegrass Music Association) Male Vocalist of...[more]

Come out and dance! The Lost Bayou Ramblers are a GRAMMY-nominated Cajun band from Pilette, Louisiana, led by brothers...[more]

Come out and dance! The Lost Bayou Ramblers  are a GRAMMY-nominated Cajun band from Pilette, Louisiana, led by brothers...[more]

Come out and dance! The Lost Bayou Ramblers are a GRAMMY-nominated Cajun band from Pilette, Louisiana, led by brothers...[more]

Schumann Kinderszenen, Op. 15Janacek: On an Overgrown Path (Book 1)Chopin Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23Returning to...[more]

Dvorák Piano Quintet A Major, Op. 81Dvorák Piano Trio No. 4 in E minor, Op. 90 (Dumky)Dvorák Terzetto for...[more]

In the last 20 years, Lyle Lovett has managed to attract a cult-like following. An intelligent and elegant performer,...[more]

Brahms Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100Brahms Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor, Op. 108Brahms...[more]

Martinu Variations on a Slovak Folksong for Cello and Piano, H. 378Shostakovich Sonata for Cello and Piano, Op. 40...[more]

This is a very rare solo recital by NEA Jazz Master Cedar Walton, who first came to prominence as...[more]

SMF's original "Piano Showdown" productions have captured the hearts of audiences for the past eight years. Our 2012 edition...[more]

Mark B. Johnson, Conductor The Savannah Winds, a community concert band that has enhanced the appreciation of music in...[more]

SMF's original "Piano Showdown" productions have captured the hearts of audiences for the past eight years. Our 2012 edition...[more]

Gershwin Three PreludesRavel Vallée des cloches & Alborada del gracioso (from "Miroirs")Brahms Intermezzo in A Major, Op. 118, No....[more]

National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master Kenny Barron began his career in the 1950s as a teenager, playing...[more]

Mendelssohn Sonata for Cello & Piano in D Major, Op. 58 Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor,...[more]

Tchaikovsky String Sextet in D minor, Op. 70 "Souvenir de Florence"Arensky String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op....[more]

Schumann Adagio and Allegro, Op. 70Clarke Dumka' Duo Concertante for violin and Viola with PianoBrahms Sonata No. 2 in...[more]

A free open-air showcase featuring the twelve high school big bands participating in Swing Central Jazz....[more]

Pink Martini is a widely celebrated twelve-piece band from Portland, Oregon, performing an unforgettable fusion of Brazilian samba, '30s...[more]

The year 2011 was a big one for Futurebirds. The Athens, Georgia outfit released two well-received EPs; road-dogged the...[more]

Twelve high school big bands compete for cash awards and the coveted Faircloth award. Free and open to the...[more]

Co-leader of the acclaimed jazz ensemble The Clayton Brothers, reed virtuoso Jeff Clayton is also a dedicated educator and...[more]

This is the Savannah debut of Montenegro born, 27-year old prize-winning guitarist Milos Karadaglic, who has established himself as...[more]

Our annual Zydeco Dance Party features Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, one of the most entertaining and in-demand...[more]

One of the most exciting original productions of the festival, this evening of swing begins with the top three...[more]

Our annual Zydeco Dance Party features Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, one of the most entertaining and in-demand...[more]

Our annual Zydeco Dance Party features Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, one of the most entertaining and in-demand...[more]

Mendelssohn String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat, Op. 87Beethoven String Quintet in C Major, Op. 29Richard Strauss Sextet from...[more]

Appearing on over 70 recordings, Bosch has recorded and/or performed with his own band and a "who's who" of...[more]

This special SMF production blends the power of southern gospel music with modern Americana and features the Shreveport, Louisiana's...[more]

Appearing on over 70 recordings, Bosch has recorded and/or performed with his own band and a "who's who" of...[more]

Acoustic music virtuosos Mike Marshall on mandolin and Edgar Meyer on bass have been playing music together for twenty...[more]

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Beethoven String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Op. 132Beethoven String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, Op. 130Beethoven...[more]

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Ravel Sonata No. 1 in A minor for Violin and PianoFaure Piano Quartet in C minor, Op.15Faure Elegie for...[more]

Mandolin master and composer Chris Thile returns to SMF, this time in a solo context, in which he'll perform...[more]

Beethoven Cello Sonata No. 2 in G minor, Op. 5Dvorak Silent Woods, from the Bohemian Forest for Cello and...[more]

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Mozart Divertimento in D Major, KV 136Telemann Concerto for Two Violas in G Major, TWV 52Bach Concerto in D...[more]

If American old-time music is about taking earlier, simpler ways of life and music-making as one's model, Abigail Washburn...[more]

Vivaldi Overture to "L'Olimpiade" RV 725Telemann Concerto in A minor for Violin and StringsVivaldi Concerto in A minor for...[more]

Indian treasure and internationally revered tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain, considered an architect of the contemporary world music movement, brings...[more]

Mozart Divertimento in D Major, KV 136Bach Concerto for two Violins and Strings in D minor, BWV 1043Frederick the...[more]

Bruce Molsky stands today as the premier old-time fiddler in the world, the defining virtuoso of Appalachia's timeless folk...[more]

Saxophonist Joshua Redman and pianist Brad Mehldau, two of the most influential, visible and acclaimed improvisers in jazz, share...[more]

Born out of a weekly residency at uptown New Orleans' famed Maple Leaf Bar, the Joe Krown Trio features...[more]

Paco de Lucia is one of the world's greatest guitarists, as well as the most innovative and influential flamenco...[more]

French soprano Sandrine Piau is a seasoned recitalist and soloist who has captured the respect of the classical music...[more]