Community Impact

Community Impact

Since 2003, Savannah Music Festival has grown a music education program that is unlike that of any arts organization in the region. It is rooted in our belief that the arts are fundamental to the cognitive, affective, physical and intellectual development of all children and young adults. Through the generous support of donors and sponsors, Savannah Music Festival is able to provide its suite of education and community outreach programs at no cost to participating students or their families, teachers, or schools. Take a look!  

SMF Jazz Academy

SMF Jazz Academy is a FREE after-school jazz program! Students have the opportunity to learn how to play jazz on an instrument, receive weekly private instrument lessons, discover how to improv, participate in special masterclasses, and MUCH MORE! > Find out more  

Musical Explorers

Musical Explorers, a year-round program developed in partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute, is designed to connect students in grades K-2 to the diverse musical community that exists right outside their front door. > Find out more  

SMF Ambassadors

Do you want to work in the music industry? Free music industry volunteer opportunities, meet and greets, and events for high-schoolers await in the Ambassadors program. > Find out more  

Artist-in-Residence

The Artist-in-residence program offers an artist the opportunity to create an original work, engage in community workshops and ultimately premier their newly created work in a professional setting. > Find out more