As part of a new partnership with the Hilton Head International Piano Competition, SMF is honored to present 2025 HHIPC First Prize winner, Jonathan Mamora. Acclaimed for his “most assured pianism” and “natural, songful lyricism” by The Dallas Morning News, pianist and educator Jonathan Mamora has performed with such orchestras as the Royal Scottish National […]
Stefon Harris & Blackout, led by the visionary vibraphonist Stefon Harris, is a pioneering force in contemporary jazz. Harris has been named DownBeat Critics Poll Vibraphonist of the Year multiple times and has been heralded as “one of the most important young artists in jazz” by the Los Angeles Times. Characterized by a stellar lineup […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleSt. Louis–born vocalist, composer, and educator Alicia Olatuja is celebrated for her rich fusion of jazz, gospel, classical, R&B, and Afropop. Classically trained as a mezzo-soprano, Olatuja earned degrees from the University of Missouri and Manhattan School of Music, debuting at Carnegie Hall and Opera Memphis. She gained national attention singing at President […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleMike Marshall is one of the world’s most accomplished and versatile string instrumentalists and a three-time Grammy nominee. A master of mandolin, guitar, mandocello, and violin, he blends American roots with classical, jazz, pop, and Brazilian music. At 19, he joined the David Grisman Quintet and has since produced over 40 recordings while […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleSince their 2014 SMF debut, The Lone Bellow has appeared on The Tonight Show, Austin City Limits, and The Late Show, topped Americana charts, and headlined storied venues from Carnegie Hall to the Ryman Auditorium. Having recently recorded a new album live in Muscle Shoals after a writing retreat in a converted Kentucky […]
Wristband EligibleCaleb Klauder and Reeb Willms are a dynamic duo in the world of modern honky-tonk and roots music. Known for their soulful harmonies and original songs, they’ve become key figures in the Pacific Northwest’s country scene. Both hail from Washington State–Caleb from the coastal islands, and Reeb from the high desert. In addition to […]
2-Day Wristbands: $2503-Day Wristbands: $350 includes access to an additional hospitality zone6-Day Wristbands: $850 includes all above perks + SMF swag bag and drink tickets at participating venues
Wristband EligibleDobet Gnahoré is a virtuosic singer, dancer, percussionist, and songwriter who has taken the modern Afropop sounds of her native Ivory Coast in exciting new directions. Known for her jaw-dropping dance moves, powerful stage presence and richly emotional vocal style, Gnahoré has earned numerous accolades throughout her career, including a Grammy Award for Best […]
Wristband EligibleCaleb Klauder and Reeb Willms are a dynamic duo in the world of modern honky-tonk and roots music. Known for their soulful harmonies and original songs, they’ve become key figures in the Pacific Northwest’s country scene. Both hail from Washington State–Caleb from the coastal islands, and Reeb from the high desert. In addition to […]
Wristband EligibleDobet Gnahoré is a virtuosic singer, dancer, percussionist, and songwriter who has taken the modern Afropop sounds of her native Ivory Coast in exciting new directions. Known for her jaw-dropping dance moves, powerful stage presence and richly emotional vocal style, Gnahoré has earned numerous accolades throughout her career, including a Grammy Award for Best […]
Wristband EligibleDirk and Amelia Powell are a father-daughter duo with deep Cajun roots in the bayous of Louisiana and Appalachian heritage from the mountains of Kentucky. Amelia is known for her hard-driving guitar and soulful vocals, while Dirk’s banjo, fiddle, and guitar playing has earned him a reputation as a “musician’s musician.” Dirk has been […]
Wristband EligibleAmjad Ali Khan is an award-winning sixth-generation sarod virtuoso from the Bangash lineage credited with the creation and development of the sarod. Trained by his father, the legendary Haafiz Ali Khan, Amjad performed his first recital at the age of six. Recognized by Songlines Magazine as “one of the 20th Century’s greatest masters of […]
Wristband EligibleThe Grammy-nominated, pioneering, and progressive jamgrass ensemble Yonder Mountain String Band has redefined bluegrass music by pushing the envelope into realms of rock and roll and soulful improvisation for over 25 years. Yonder Mountain String Band is one of the most innovative groups on the live music scene and is comprised of founding members […]
Wristband EligiblePlena Libre combines the traditional Plena and Bomba rhythms with other Afro-Caribbean styles and jazz to create a contagious dance music that honors the group’s deep sense of their unique indigenous musical traditions, while embracing modern sounds. The trailblazing Plena Libre has been thrilling international audiences for nearly three decades. Masters of the traditional […]
Wristband EligibleTord Gustavsen began playing piano at four and composing before reading music. Trained in classical, gospel, and jazz traditions, he studied psychology, religion, and musicology at the University of Oslo before completing jazz studies in Trondheim. His debut trio album Changing Places launched an acclaimed international career, followed by several trilogies exploring lyrical, meditative […]
Wristband EligibleThe Grammy-nominated, pioneering, and progressive jamgrass ensemble Yonder Mountain String Band has redefined bluegrass music by pushing the envelope into realms of rock and roll and soulful improvisation for over 25 years. Yonder Mountain String Band is one of the most innovative groups on the live music scene and is comprised of founding members […]
Wristband EligiblePlena Libre combines the traditional Plena and Bomba rhythms with other Afro-Caribbean styles and jazz to create a contagious dance music that honors the group’s deep sense of their unique indigenous musical traditions, while embracing modern sounds. The trailblazing Plena Libre has been thrilling international audiences for nearly three decades. Masters of the traditional […]
Felix Mendelssohn Octet for Strings in E-Flat Major, Opus 20Johnny Mercer Selections (arr. Simon Mulligan)A fascinating fusion concert featuring the music of the boy genius Felix Mendelssohn and one of Savannah’s most celebrated sons, Johnny Mercer.The first half features Mendelssohn’s evergreen and dynamic String Octet, written when he was just 16 years old. In the […]
Three-time Grammy-winning guitarist John Scofield stands as one of modern jazz’s most innovative and versatile artists. Over his 54-year career, he has developed a distinctive sound that blends bebop, blues, funk, rock, and electronic jazz. Having recorded nearly 50 albums as a leader and collaborated with legends like Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, and Pat Metheny, […]
Reverie Road is a genre-defying Celtic powerhouse ensemble, uniting founding Solas members Winifred Horan (fiddle) and John Williams (accordion) with former Gaelic Storm fiddler Katie Grennan and Steinway Artist jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal. Together, these four exceptional musicians are celebrated as some of today’s most accomplished traditional and virtuosic folk music artists. Reverie […]
Giuseppe Verdi Quartet String Quartet in E minorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quartet No. 16 in E-Flat Major, K. 428Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quintet No. 5 in D Major, K. 593In this concert, we welcome back to SMF the renowned Escher String Quartet who have delighted audiences on many recent occasions since their October 2021 debut. In […]
Reverie Road is a genre-defying Celtic powerhouse ensemble, uniting founding Solas members Winifred Horan (fiddle) and John Williams (accordion) with former Gaelic Storm fiddler Katie Grennan and Steinway Artist jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal. Together, these four exceptional musicians are celebrated as some of today’s most accomplished traditional and virtuosic folk music artists. Reverie […]
Johann Sebastian Bach Piano Concerto in D Major, BWV 1054Johann Christian Bach Piano Concerto in E-Flat Major, Opus 7, No. 5Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach Piano Concerto in G Major, Wq. 475Johann Sebastian Bach Piano Concerto in G minor, BWV 1058Pianist Sebastian Knauer and a string quintet take a musical journey from the Baroque to the […]
Santa Rosa-born guitarist Julian Lage has emerged as a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. He was the subject of the Oscar-nominated documentary film Jules at Eight, a Grammy Award performer at 13, and achieved faculty status at the Stanford Jazz Workshop at 15. Lage joined the vibraphone innovator Gary Burton’s star-making quartet in […]
Santa Rosa-born guitarist Julian Lage has emerged as a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. He was the subject of the Oscar-nominated documentary film Jules at Eight, a Grammy Award performer at 13, and achieved faculty status at the Stanford Jazz Workshop at 15. Lage joined the vibraphone innovator Gary Burton’s star-making quartet in […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleJohannes Brahms Piano Quartet No. 3 in C minor, Opus 60César Franck Piano Quintet in F minorIn the first of two classic chamber music recitals to close the 2026 Philip Dukes & Friends series, we hear two works from the great Romantic masters Johannes Brahms and the Belgian born composer Cesar Franck. The […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleSMF teams up with the American Traditions Vocal Collection (ATC), Savannah’s premier singing competition, for a co-production featuring four of Broadway’s brightest stars. Join these former ATC medal winners, all of whom are notable performers on Broadway and of Broadway songs, for an evening of popular musical theatre selections. Anchored by religious themes […]
3-Day Wristband EligibleThe Darrell Scott String Band is a bluegrass/folk band featuring Darrell Scott on dobro, piano, and guitar, Bryn Davies on upright bass, Matt Flinner on mandolin and banjo, and Shad Cobb on fiddle. The band’s music explores Scott’s Kentucky roots and features string-based instrumentation, with a sound that’s rooted in bluegrass and folk. […]
Wristband EligibleThe Darrell Scott String Band is a bluegrass/folk band featuring Darrell Scott on dobro, piano, and guitar, Bryn Davies on upright bass, Matt Flinner on mandolin and banjo, and Shad Cobb on fiddle. The band’s music explores Scott’s Kentucky roots and features string-based instrumentation, with a sound that’s rooted in bluegrass and folk. Scott […]
Le Vent du Nord is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed band at the forefront of Québec’s vibrant Francophone folk scene. Blending traditional roots with original compositions, their powerful, rhythm-driven sound draws from Celtic influences and diverse global traditions. Since their debut in 2002, they’ve performed over 2,200 concerts across four continents, released 12 albums, and earned […]
Wristband EligibleAmerican pianist Maxim Lando was lauded by The New York Times for his “brilliance and infectious exuberance.” He first made international headlines performing together with Lang Lang, Chick Corea, and The Philadelphia Orchestra led by Yannick Nézet-Séguin at Carnegie Hall’s 2017 Opening Night Gala. Since then, he has performed with major orchestras around the […]
Wristband EligibleCo-led by Maâlem Hassan Ben Jaafer and Daniel Freedman, the critically-acclaimed ensemble Saha Gnawa unites the founders of Innov Gnawa with leading figures from New York City’s jazz and contemporary music scenes to reimagine modern Gnawa music. Often referred to as “Sufi Blues,” Gnawa is rooted in Morocco’s ancient history. Over centuries, infectious rhythms […]
Wristband EligibleLe Vent du Nord is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed band at the forefront of Québec’s vibrant Francophone folk scene. Blending traditional roots with original compositions, their powerful, rhythm-driven sound draws from Celtic influences and diverse global traditions. Since their debut in 2002, they’ve performed over 2,200 concerts across four continents, released 12 albums, and […]
Wristband EligibleLe Vent du Nord is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed band at the forefront of Québec’s vibrant Francophone folk scene. Blending traditional roots with original compositions, their powerful, rhythm-driven sound draws from Celtic influences and diverse global traditions. Since their debut in 2002, they’ve performed over 2,200 concerts across four continents, released 12 albums, and […]
Wristband EligibleRobert Schumann Piano Quartet in E-Flat Major, Opus 47Antonín Dvořák Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Opus 81In the series finale, we hear music from more Romantic Era geniuses, namely Schumann and Dvorak.The concert begins with Schumann’s popular Piano Quartet in E-Flat (another ravishing slow movement to savor), before closing with Antonin Dvorak’s […]
Wristband Eligible#SMF2026 CLOSING PARTY!Dwayne “Dopsie” Rubin is a Louisiana native from one of the most influential zydeco families, and has carved his own energetic and soulful path in modern zydeco music. Teaching himself accordion by studying videos of his father and Clifton Chenier, Dwayne developed a fiery style that blends tradition with innovation. At 19, […]
Wristband EligibleDan Tyminski was six years old when his parents began taking him to fiddle contests, square dances, and bluegrass festivals across New England. For a young musician who would later become one of the biggest names in modern-day bluegrass, those early experiences were life-changing. His voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley […]
Wristband Eligible#SMF2026 CLOSING PARTY!Dwayne “Dopsie” Rubin is a Louisiana native from one of the most influential zydeco families, and has carved his own energetic and soulful path in modern zydeco music. Teaching himself accordion by studying videos of his father and Clifton Chenier, Dwayne developed a fiery style that blends tradition with innovation. At 19, […]
This special centennial program keeps one foot rooted in the rich legacy of Miles Davis while the other leaps boldly into the future. Under the direction of award-winning pianist and composer John Beasley, this all-star sextet delves into the visionary spirit and boundless creativity of Davis, exploring the vast directions his music continues to inspire. […]
