Isaiah J. Thompson is the 2023 Cole Porter Fellow with the American Pianists Association. Thompson has performed with many acclaimed jazz artists, including Ron Carter, John Pizzarelli, Christian McBride, Cécile McLorin Salvant and Buster Williams. As a performer, he focuses on emitting love, spirit and respect, and conveying his own experiences and his everlasting love…
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Warren Wolf & Wolfpack: History of the Vibes / Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet
Additional Showtimes: 8 pm, Wednesday, April 3 Isaiah J. Thompson is the 2023 Cole Porter Fellow with the American Pianists Association. Thompson has performed with many acclaimed jazz artists, including Ron Carter, John Pizzarelli, Christian McBride, Cécile McLorin Salvant and Buster Williams. As a performer, he focuses on emitting love, spirit and respect, and conveying…
Philip Dukes & Friends I: Bach’s Romantic Odyssey
This opening concert of the series traces a journey from Bach to Brahms and Shostakovich, through the Romantic Era, featuring two composers that admired Bach immensely.
Warren Wolf & Wolfpack: History of the Vibes / Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet
Additional Showtimes: 4:30 pm, Wednesday, April 3 Isaiah J. Thompson is the 2023 Cole Porter Fellow with the American Pianists Association. Thompson has performed with many acclaimed jazz artists, including Ron Carter, John Pizzarelli, Christian McBride, Cécile McLorin Salvant and Buster Williams. As a performer, he focuses on emitting love, spirit and respect, and conveying…
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
Country Music Hall of Famer and 15-time Grammy Award-winner Ricky Skaggs returns to Savannah Music Festival after five years, fronting his powerhouse band Kentucky Thunder. “This group of guys meets my approval every night,” Ricky says. “Each and every one of the pickers in Kentucky Thunder totally amazes me in every show…and that, to me,…
Noon30: Germán López: ALMA [cancelled]
Seven years after his sensational SMF debut, bandleader and timple virtuoso Germán López returns with ALMA, a project comprised of musical collaborators performing his boldly original music. The timple soars above its assumed role as an accompanying instrument in his hands. Through ALMA, López connects listeners with flavorful melodies, rhythms and Canary Island “soul”. Please…
Dervish
Additional Showtimes: 6 pm, Saturday, March 30 Dervish is renowned for their live performances, which combine dazzling sets of Irish tunes with stunning interpretations of traditional songs. Having recently received a lifetime achievement award from the BBC, all six members of Dervish are steeped in the musical traditions of counties Sligo and Leitrim in northwest…
Sebastian Knauer Celebrates Gershwin
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody In Blue, Savannah Music Festival favorite Sebastian Knauer brings a program of American music anchored by the solo piano version of the celebrated composition. Knauer has appeared in almost every season of SMF since 2004 in roles including recitalist, soloist, conductor and chamber musician. He began…
TISRA: Zakir Hussain Trio with Debopriya Chatterjee and Sabir Khan
Tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain is proud to present TISRA (three) with two of India’s finest young musicians: Sabir Khan and Debopriya Chatterjee. This trio includes tabla (drum), sarangi (strings), and bansuri (bamboo flute), a combination not often heard on the classical stage. Sarangi and bansuri, both folk instruments, have roots in ancient India and its…
Renée Fleming, Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene
Kennedy Center Honoree Renée Fleming is one of the most highly acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world’s great opera houses and concert halls. Winner of five Grammy Awards and the US National Medal of Arts, she has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the…
Chucho Valdés Royal Quartet
Winner of seven Grammy Awards and five Latin Grammy Awards, Cuban pianist, composer and arranger Chucho Valdés is the most influential figure in modern Afro-Cuban jazz. In a rich career spanning 60 years, through a variety of ensembles, Chucho has pushed boundaries in pursuit of new expressions in Afro-Cuban music. “El maestro Chucho Valdés is…
Dubhe Ensemble feat. Joseph Conyers
Savannah native Joseph H. Conyers is a highly acclaimed, multi-faceted artist whose innovative work in music education and youth advocacy has been recognized internationally. Now principalbass of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Conyers is also the artistic director and founder of Dubhe, a collective of some of the most influential chamber and orchestral musicians in the world…
The Art of the Kora: Derek Gripper & Ballaké Sissoko
Additional Showtimes: 5:30 pm, Saturday, March 30 Malian virtuoso Ballaké Sissoko is considered one of the greatest touring kora players. He joins Derek Gripper, a renowned South African guitarist, whose love of the kora set him to transcribing and recording some of its greatest works. In this collaboration, Sissoko and Gripper explore the ancient musical…
Dervish
Additional Showtimes: 8:30 pm, Saturday, March 30 Dervish is renowned for their live performances, which combine dazzling sets of Irish tunes with stunning interpretations of traditional songs. Having recently received a lifetime achievement award from the BBC, all six members of Dervish are steeped in the musical traditions of counties Sligo and Leitrim in northwest…
The Art of the Kora: Derek Gripper & Ballaké Sissoko
Additional Showtimes: 8 pm, Saturday, March 30 Malian virtuoso Ballaké Sissoko is considered one of the greatest touring kora players. He joins Derek Gripper, a renowned South African guitarist, whose love of the kora set him to transcribing and recording some of its greatest works. In this collaboration, Sissoko and Gripper explore the ancient musical…
Futurebirds / T. Hardy Morris
Rock juggernaut Futurebirds is an Athens, Georgia based group described by singer/guitarist Carter King as “always too indie rock for the jam festival, too country for the indie scene, a little too psych-rock to feel like we were Americana.” Founding members King, Daniel Womack, Thomas Johnson and bassist Brannen Miles began playing together as students…
Marta Pereira da Costa feat. Duarte / Bridget Kibbey’s “Bach to Brazil”
Additional Showtimes: 5 pm, Friday, March 29 Marta Pereira da Costa is the first and likely only professional female Portuguese guitar player specifically versed in fado, the soulful music from Portugal recently acknowledged by UNESCO as part of the World’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. She draws on threads of fado, jazz and Brazilian folk music, and…
Marta Pereira da Costa feat. Duarte / Bridget Kibbey’s “Bach to Brazil”
Additional Showtimes: 8:30 pm, Friday, March 29 Marta Pereira da Costa is the first and likely only professional female Portuguese guitar player specifically versed in fado, the soulful music from Portugal recently acknowledged by UNESCO as part of the World’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. She draws on threads of fado, jazz and Brazilian folk music, and…
Noon30: Marta Pereira da Costa feat. Duarte [rescheduled]
Marta Pereira da Costa is the first and likely only professional female Portuguese guitar player specifically versed in fado, the soulful music from Portugal recently acknowledged by UNESCO as part of the World’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. She draws on threads of fado, jazz and Brazilian folk music, and is joined by fado singer Duarte for…
Bayou Boogie! A Tribute to Clifton Chenier “The King of Zydeco” Feat. C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
Additional Showtimes: 6 pm, Friday, March 29 Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco and was the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. Enjoy an evening that brings the Louisiana dancehall experience to SMF, as…
Bayou Boogie! A Tribute to Clifton Chenier “The King of Zydeco” Feat. C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
Additional Showtimes: 9 pm, Friday, March 29 Clayton Joseph Chenier is Creole music royalty. His father, the legendary Clifton Chenier, invented the style of music we know today as Zydeco and was the first Creole musician to be recognized with a Grammy Award. Enjoy an evening that brings the Louisiana dancehall experience to SMF, as…
Noon30: Lena Jonsson Trio
Part of the new generation of contemporary folk musicians, Lena Jonsson is one of Scandinavia’s most influential fiddlers. Her unique style combines a deep knowledge of traditional Swedish folk music and the youthful sounds of rock, pop, jazz, American old-time and bluegrass. Lena Jonsson is joined by Kristofer Sundström and Ian Carr.
Lena Jonsson Trio/ Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert
Additional Showtimes: 5 pm, Thursday, March 28 Part of the new generation of contemporary folk musicians, Lena Jonsson is one of Scandinavia’s most influential fiddlers. Her unique style combines a deep knowledge of traditional Swedish folk music and the youthful sounds of rock, pop, jazz, American old-time and bluegrass. Lena Jonsson is joined by Kristofer…
Lena Jonsson Trio / Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert
Additional Showtimes: 8:30 pm, Thursday March 28 Part of the new generation of contemporary folk musicians, Lena Jonsson is one of Scandinavia’s most influential fiddlers. Her unique style combines a deep knowledge of traditional Swedish folk music and the youthful sounds of rock, pop, jazz, American old-time and bluegrass. Lena Jonsson is joined by Kristofer…
Oumou Sangaré
Additional Showtimes: 5 pm, Thursday, March 28 Referred to as the “songbird of Wassolou,” Malian superstar Oumou Sangaré is known worldwide for her vibrant and powerful music. A Grammy Award winner, Sangaré’s sound spans traditional to contemporary, with distinctive vocals that have propelled her onto the international stage. Don’t miss this Savannah Music Festival debut…
Oumou Sangaré
Additional Showtimes: 8 pm, Thursday, March 28 Referred to as the “songbird of Wassolou,” Malian superstar Oumou Sangaré is known worldwide for her vibrant and powerful music. A Grammy Award winner, Sangaré’s sound spans traditional to contemporary, with distinctive vocals that have propelled her onto the international stage. Don’t miss this Savannah Music Festival debut…
Samara Joy
Join us for what will be a season kickoff concert like no other, with the return of Samara Joy! Following a Savannah Music Festival house concert performance in 2022 and a festival appearance that same year, Samara Joy won Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album Grammy Awards in 2023 and has toured all…
SMF Encore Presents North Mississippi Allstars
Presenting Sponsor of Savannah Music Festival Encore A Savannah Music Festival ENCORE pre-festival concert After 25 years, twelve albums, four Grammy Award nominations, and sold out shows all over the world, North Mississippi Allstars continue to expand the band’s sound, which is always rooted in the blues tradition of the Mississippi hill country. Please note…
David Finckel, Cello & Wu Han, Piano
SMF favorites David Finckel and Wu Han return with a program entitled Three Cultures. Recipients of Musical America‘s “Musicians of the Year” award, David Finckel and Wu Han enjoy a multi-faceted musical life that encompasses performing, recording and artistic direction at the highest levels. Join us on stage at the Lucas Theatre for the Arts…
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Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1610 – Bassekou Kouyate / Jake Blount, Laurel Premo, Nic Gareiss
savannahmusicfestival · Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1610 – Bassekou Kouyate / Jake Bount, Laurel Premo, Nic Gareiss On this episode, we listen to a co-bill presented at our 2023 festival that paired Malian master ngoni player Bassekou Kouyate with a trio of young American folk and traditional musicians including Jake Blount, Nic Gareiss and Laurel…
Encore
ENCORE PRESENTED BY MEMBERSHIPS We’re excited to offer a new membership opportunity for patrons between their mid-20s and mid-50s, featuring benefits such as invitations to Encore members-only events and performances, special access to lineup information, and discounts on Festival performances. Members will receive recognition in Savannah Music Festival’s annual printed program book. The annual membership fee is $150…
Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1608 – Cecile McLorin Salvant 2023, Part Two
savannahmusicfestival · Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1608 – Cecile McLorin Salvant 2023, Part Two On this episode, we’ll hear the second half of a performance given by multiple Grammy Award-winning vocalist and artist Cecile McLorin Salvant. She is joined by her longtime collaborators Sullivan Fortner on piano and Keita Ogawa on percussion, and for the…
Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1607 – Cecile McLorin Salvant (Part One) / San Salvador
savannahmusicfestival · Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1607 – Cecile McLorin Salvant (Part One) / San Salvador On this episode, we’ll hear excerpts from a closing day co-bill presented at the Lucas Theatre for the Arts. Festival shows across april 8, 2023 involved many French and creole influences, and this one was no exception. The concert…
Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1604 – Mozart & Purcell
savannahmusicfestival · Savannah Music Festival LIVE 1604 – Mozart & Purcell On this episode, we’ll hear two performances from the 2023 festival during the Philip Dukes & Friends chamber music series, along with a 2016 festival concert featuring the ensemble L’arte del mondo with Lorenza Boranni on violin. The bulk of the program will focus…