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SUMMARY:Awake\, My Soul: The Story of the Sacred Harp\, Screening and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of 7 years\, Atlanta filmmakers/ Sacred Harp singers\, Matt & Erica Hinton\, created Awake\, My Soul: The Story of the Sacred Harp\, the first feature documentary to explore the history\, music\, and traditions of Sacred Harp singing\, the oldest distinctively American music. This haunting music has survived over 200 years tucked away from sight in the rural deep South\, where Sacred Harp singers begin each song by intoning syllables which are represented by each “shapenote” in their hymnal: fa\, sol\, la\, and mi (triangle\, oval\, square and diamond). To the casual observer\, it is some foreign\, unintelligible language\, but to these Sacred Harp singers\, it is the key that unlocks mysteries: songs of both beauty and sorrow\, of life and of death\, songs that cause feet to stomp and tears to flow\, often at the same time.  \n\n\n\nAwake\, My Soul aired nationwide on PBS in 2008 and was been featured in TIME\, Paste Magazine\, The New York Times\, Pitchfork\, SPIN and on NPR. \n\n\n\nAwake\, My Soul\, the 2025 Revision\, is the result of the long-term desire to make the film available again for a new generation. “The original film was released at precisely the best and worst time\,” according to co-director/ editor\, Matt Hinton. “It was the best time because there was still a strong monoculture: if a film aired on PBS\, lots of people saw it. It was also a period of physical media\, so we sold tons of DVDs. But on the other hand\, it was the worst time to have made a film– from the time we began production to the end of post-production\, the culture was moving from standard definition to high definition\, so within a year of its release\, very many people owned high definition TVs. Nothing makes a standard definition film look ‘standard’ like high definition. As a result\, the Hintons spent much of 2025 remastering and re-editing Awake\, My Soul. The 2025 Revision is now in hi-definition\, with a new sound mix and over 10 minutes of material not previously seen.” \n\n\n\nThis screening to be followed by a Q&A with filmmakers\, Matt & Erica Hinton. The Hintons are longtime Sacred Harp singers who have taught Sacred Harp singing schools around the country. Matt composed the song “Clayton” which was included in the 2025 Revision of the Sacred Harp songbook. He directed and edited the award-winning documentary “Parallel Love: The Story of a Band Called Luxury.” \n\n\n\n“Awake\, My Soul features some of the most raucous group vocals that have been recorded.” -Pitchfork \n\n\n\n“Spectacular… Get enough people singing weird harmonies at the top of their voices and you start feeling a little sorry for the devil.” –Washington City Paper \n\n\n\n\nFor Entry\, please see the SMF Volunteer Ushers at the entrance to the Jepson Center. They will direct you to the Neises Auditorium. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis special 20th Anniversary screening of Awake\, My Soul launches two days of interactive activities presented in partnership with Savannah Sacred Harp Singers.  \n\n\n\nAdditional Sacred Harp activities: \n\n\n\nSinging School with Professor Esther Morgan-Ellis (University of North Georgia) \n\n\n\nTrinity United Methodist Church (Telfair Square) on Friday\, March 27\, 2:30 – 4:00 PM (immediately following film screening/Q&A) \n\n\n\n\nSacred Harp Singing \n\n\n\n\nChrist Church Anglican (2020 Bull Street) on Saturday\, March 28 10 AM – 3 PM \n\n\n\nLunch served at noon to all attendees. \n\n\n\n“A Southern Harmony Compline” \n\n\n\nChrist Church Anglican on Saturday\, March 28 at 9 PM \n\n\n\nThe Christ Church Compline Choir\, with help from traditional singers\, will offer this special 30 minute musical service in the sanctuary of Christ Church Anglican. The service is followed by coffee and dessert. 
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/awake-my-soul-the-story-of-the-sacred-harp-screening-and-qa/
LOCATION:Neises Auditorium at Telfair’s Jepson Center\, 207 W York St\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31401
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Encounters,Free
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SUMMARY:Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms / Dirk & Amelia Powell
DESCRIPTION:Caleb 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 touring as a duo\, they can also be found playing with the Foghorn Stringband and the Caleb Klauder Country Band. Their music blends classic country\, bluegrass\, and Americana with heartfelt authenticity. Revered for their timeless sound\, their music continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its raw\, honest storytelling. This is the duo’s second SMF appearance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirk 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 a frequent part of Transatlantic Sessions and toured with artists such as Joan Baez\, Eric Clapton\, Loretta Lynn\, and Rhiannon Giddens. Together\, Dirk and Amelia perform the music of their shared heritage and bring audiences the kind of soulful connection that comes from a family playing together with trust\, humor\, and love. This is the duo’s SMF debut\, though Dirk played both SMF 2013 and 2015. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Critz Buick GMC
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/caleb-klauder-reeb-willms-dirk-amelia-powell/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:VIP Weekender Wristbands
DESCRIPTION:2-Day Wristbands: $250 \n\n\n\n3-Day Wristbands: $350 includes access to an additional hospitality zone \n\n\n\n6-Day Wristbands: $850 includes all above perks + SMF swag bag and drink tickets at participating venues \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/vip-weekender-wristbands/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,Jazz
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SUMMARY:Dobet Gnahoré
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED: This concert has unfortunately been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Ticket holders can contact the SCAD Box Office at 912.525.5050\, and are encouraged to exchange their ticket(s) for any other General Admission concert at SMF2026.  \n\n\n\n\nDobet 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 Urban/Alternative Performance in 2010 for her collaboration with singer India.Arie. Motivated by the struggles facing African children\, Gnahoré dedicated her most recent album Zouzou to the youth who will define the future of the continent. It served as the launch of a new orphanage project in Côte d’Ivoire\, and affirms her commitment to promoting positive change and opportunities for the next generation. This is Dobet Gnahoré’s SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by David & Caroline Johnson
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/dobet-gnahore/
LOCATION:Ships of the Sea\, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing / Standing,Explorer Pass,Family-Friendly,General Admission,Global Roots,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms / Dirk & Amelia Powell
DESCRIPTION:Caleb 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 touring as a duo\, they can also be found playing with the Foghorn Stringband and the Caleb Klauder Country Band. Their music blends classic country\, bluegrass\, and Americana with heartfelt authenticity. Revered for their timeless sound\, their music continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its raw\, honest storytelling. This is the duo’s second SMF appearance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirk 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 a frequent part of Transatlantic Sessions and toured with artists such as Joan Baez\, Eric Clapton\, Loretta Lynn\, and Rhiannon Giddens. Together\, Dirk and Amelia perform the music of their shared heritage and bring audiences the kind of soulful connection that comes from a family playing together with trust\, humor\, and love. This is the duo’s SMF debut\, though Dirk played both SMF 2013 and 2015. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Critz Buick GMC
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/caleb-klauder-reeb-willms-dirk-amelia-powell-2/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Pat Metheny Side-Eye III+
DESCRIPTION:Pat Metheny is a groundbreaking jazz guitarist and composer. He started playing trumpet when he was eight\, then switched to guitar at 12\, and quickly gained recognition in Kansas City by the time he was 15. His 1975 debut album\, Bright Size Life\, redefined jazz guitar for a new generation. Metheny’s career spans collaborations with legends like Gary Burton\, Ornette Coleman\, and David Bowie. As a music pioneer\, he’s developed custom instruments and embraced new technologies over the course of his career. With 20 Grammys and numerous honors\, including the NEA Jazz Master title\, Metheny continues to be a leading figure in jazz and music education. This lineup features Chris Fishman on piano/keyboards\, Joe Dyson on drums\, and Jermaine Paul on bass. This is Pat Metheny’s second SMF appearance\, the first being in 2019.  \n\n\n\n\nFunding for the FAIRCLOTH JAZZ SERIES is provided by Bob FairclothThis performance is sponsored by Georgia Public Broadcasting\, HunterMaclean\, Savannah Economic Development Authority\, Visit Savannah\, Ron & Susan Whitaker and Rhegan White-Clemm & Timothy Clemm This performance is sponsored in part by Maria & Bill DascombePiano by Steinway & Sons | Venue support is provided by SCAD
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/pat-metheny-and-side-eye-iii/
LOCATION:Lucas Theatre for the Arts\, 32 Abercorn St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz
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SUMMARY:The Infamous Stringdusters
DESCRIPTION:The Infamous Stringdusters are a three-time Grammy-winning band marking their 20th anniversary and honoring their two-decade journey of innovation\, collaboration\, and boundless creativity. Formed in Nashville in the early 2000s\, the quintet of Chris Pandolfi\, Travis Book\, Jeremy Garrett\, Andy Hall\, and Andy Falco continues to push bluegrass into new sonic territories\, fusing traditional roots with rock-inspired energy and modern experimentation. Known for their electrifying live shows and deep musical craftsmanship\, the Dusters embody evolution through intention and joy\, blending individual artistry into a collective sound that celebrates curiosity\, connection\, and the spirit of musical exploration. This is their fourth SMF appearance\, the first being in 2009. This event is standing room only. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by The Kennickell GroupThis performance is sponsored in part by Queensborough National Bank & TrustPartial support provided by AT&T Georgia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: $55 Mezzanine / $45 Floor (General Admission\, Standing Room Only)
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/the-infamous-stringdusters/
LOCATION:Victory North\, 2603 Whitaker St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Dancing / Standing,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Dobet Gnahoré
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED: This concert has unfortunately been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Ticket holders can contact the SCAD Box Office at 912.525.5050\, and are encouraged to exchange their ticket(s) for any other General Admission concert at SMF2026. \n\n\n\n\nDobet 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 Urban/Alternative Performance in 2010 for her collaboration with singer India.Arie. Motivated by the struggles facing African children\, Gnahoré dedicated her most recent album Zouzou to the youth who will define the future of the continent. It served as the launch of a new orphanage project in Côte d’Ivoire\, and affirms her commitment to promoting positive change and opportunities for the next generation. This is Dobet Gnahoré’s SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by David & Caroline Johnson
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/dobet-gnahore-2/
LOCATION:Ships of the Sea\, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing / Standing,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Global Roots,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:SMF Encore: Caleb & Reeb
DESCRIPTION:For Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms\, country music is soul music. Blending classic country\, bluegrass\, old-time\, and Cajun influences\, the duo offers a refreshing departure from the often sorrowful themes found in traditional music. As a vocally-led band\, Caleb & Reeb focus on the art of harmony\, captivating listeners with the joy of telling universal stories through song. Their music also celebrates the communal spirit of country and honky-tonk traditions\, proving that dancing and singing together is more important than ever.
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/smf-encore-caleb-klauder-reeb-willms/
LOCATION:B. Matthews Eatery\, 325 East Bay St.\, Savannah\, 31401
CATEGORIES:General Admission,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T123000
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SUMMARY:NOON30: Dirk & Amelia Powell
DESCRIPTION:Dirk 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 a frequent part of Transatlantic Sessions and toured with artists such as Joan Baez\, Eric Clapton\, Loretta Lynn\, and Rhiannon Giddens. Together\, Dirk and Amelia perform the music of their shared heritage and bring audiences the kind of soulful connection that comes from a family playing together with trust\, humor\, and love. This is the duo’s SMF debut\, though Dirk played both SMF 2013 and 2015.
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/noon30-dirk-amelia-powell/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Sarod Trilogy with Maestro Amjad Ali Khan\, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED: This concert has unfortunately been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Ticket holders can contact the SCAD Box Office at 912.231.5811\, and are encouraged to exchange their ticket(s) for any other General Admission concert at SMF2026.  \n\n\n\nAmjad 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 the sarod\,” he has not only preserved the sarod’s legacy\, but has also enhanced the instrument with new dimensions by skillfully blending innovation with a deep respect for tradition. For this performance\, he will be accompanied by his two sons\, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash\, who carry forward the family’s extraordinary musical legacy.
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/sarod-trilogy-with-maestro-amjad-ali-khan-amaan-ali-bangash-and-ayaan-ali-bangash/
LOCATION:Trustees Theater\, 216 E Broughton St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Global Roots,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Yonder Mountain String Band
DESCRIPTION:The 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 Adam Aijala (guitar\, vocals)\, Dave Johnston (banjo\, vocals)\, and Ben Kaufmann (bass\, vocals)\, alongside multi-instrumentalist Nick Piccininni (mandolin\, banjo\, fiddle\, vocals). Their newest album\, Nowhere Next\, is a mix of bluegrass\, rock\, and country\, with soulful\, funky grooves\, and their live performances feature the band at their most vibrant and unrestrained. This is their SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Plant Riverside District and Stage FrontPartial support provided by Chatham Orthopedic Associates\, Friends of Savannah Music Festival and Savannah Morning News / Local IQ
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/yonder-mountain-string-band-2/
LOCATION:Ships of the Sea\, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,Family-Friendly,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:LATIN DANCE PARTY: Plena Libre
DESCRIPTION:Plena 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 Puerto Rican plena and bomba styles\, Plena Libre fuses well-loved traditions with modern Afro-Caribbean influences\, putting a new and always electrifying spin on this scintillating music. With mesmerizing hand drumming\, raucous horns\, and soaring three-part vocal harmonies\, this multi-Grammy Award–nominated band always brings the heat. ​ Captivating and moving audiences over the course of a 30-year\, 15-album career\, this fine-tuned\, original band of 12 virtuoso musicians has only gotten better with age. Their last SMF appearance was during the 2019 season. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Plant Riverside DistrictThis performance is sponsored in part by Klassikum and Sound View Wealth Advisors\, LLC | Kelly Bouchillon\, Emerson Ham\, Melissa Bouchillon\, Eddie Ambrose
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/latin-dance-party-plena-libre/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Global Roots,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Tord Gustavsen Trio
DESCRIPTION:Tord 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 jazz. Gustavsen’s collaborations span singers like Kristin Asbjørnsen\, Solveig Slettahjell\, and Simin Tander. A composer for major festivals and church musician in Bærum\, he’s received numerous honors\, including France’s 2024 Prix du musicien européen. He is joined by his long-time creative partner Jarle Vespestad and bassist Steinar Raknes for this performance. This is Gustavsen’s SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for the FAIRCLOTH JAZZ SERIES is provided by Bob Faircloth \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Marla & Morris GeffenPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/tord-gustavsen-trio/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 127 Barnard Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Jazz,Wristband Eligible
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251210T230220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T224508Z
UID:10000146-1774726200-1774726200@www.savannahmusicfestival.org
SUMMARY:Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra: Elgar's Enigma
DESCRIPTION:Benjamin Manis\, conductor | Philip Dukes\, viola \n\n\n\nSavannah Philharmonic Chorus | Paul Thornock\, chorus master \n\n\n\nPROGRAM: \n\n\n\nCARLOS SIMON Wake Up! Concerto for OrchestraVAUGHAN WILLIAMS Flos CampiELGAR Enigma Variations\, Op. 36
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/savannah-philharmonic-orchestra-elgars-enigma/
LOCATION:Lucas Theatre for the Arts\, 32 Abercorn St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T135520Z
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SUMMARY:Yonder Mountain String Band
DESCRIPTION:The 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 Adam Aijala (guitar\, vocals)\, Dave Johnston (banjo\, vocals)\, and Ben Kaufmann (bass\, vocals)\, alongside multi-instrumentalist Nick Piccininni (mandolin\, banjo\, fiddle\, vocals). Their newest album\, Nowhere Next\, is a mix of bluegrass\, rock\, and country\, with soulful\, funky grooves\, and their live performances feature the band at their most vibrant and unrestrained. This is their SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Plant Riverside District and Stage FrontPartial support provided by Chatham Orthopedic Associates\, Friends of Savannah Music Festival and Savannah Morning News / Local IQ
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/yonder-mountain-string-band/
LOCATION:Ships of the Sea\, 41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T135400Z
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SUMMARY:LATIN DANCE PARTY: Plena Libre
DESCRIPTION:Plena 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 Puerto Rican plena and bomba styles\, Plena Libre fuses well-loved traditions with modern Afro-Caribbean influences\, putting a new and always electrifying spin on this scintillating music. With mesmerizing hand drumming\, raucous horns\, and soaring three-part vocal harmonies\, this multi-Grammy Award–nominated band always brings the heat. ​ Captivating and moving audiences over the course of a 30-year\, 15-album career\, this fine-tuned\, original band of 12 virtuoso musicians has only gotten better with age. Their last SMF appearance was during the 2019 season. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Plant Riverside DistrictThis performance is sponsored in part by Klassikum and Sound View Wealth Advisors\, LLC | Kelly Bouchillon\, Emerson Ham\, Melissa Bouchillon\, Eddie Ambrose
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/latin-dance-party-plena-libre-2/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Global Roots,Wristband Eligible
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T221500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T221500
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20260306T164152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T164709Z
UID:10000148-1774736100-1774736100@www.savannahmusicfestival.org
SUMMARY:SMF Encore: Sam Fribush Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Greensboro\, North Carolina\, Sam Fribush is on the frontlines of the Hammond organ revival. Featuring Fribush on Hammond organ\, Will Darity on guitar\, and Chuck Pinckney on drums\, the Sam Fribush Organ Trio recently released its latest LP People Please\, featuring grooves like “Ok Boomer\,” “Fat Nap\,” and the title track “People Please.” The album expands upon the trio’s deep affinity for crispy\, wah-wah-driven funk\, hip-hop beats\, and sultry B3 ballads.
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/smf-encore-sam-fribush-organ-trio/
LOCATION:Service Brewing Co.\, 574 Indian St.\, Savannah\, 31401
CATEGORIES:General Admission,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T135053Z
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SUMMARY:Philip Dukes and Friends I: Mendelssohn & Mercer
DESCRIPTION:Felix Mendelssohn Octet for Strings in E-Flat Major\, Opus 20 \n\n\n\nJohnny Mercer Selections (arr. Simon Mulligan) \n\n\n\nA fascinating fusion concert featuring the music of the boy genius Felix Mendelssohn and one of Savannah’s most celebrated sons\, Johnny Mercer. \n\n\n\nThe first half features Mendelssohn’s evergreen and dynamic String Octet\, written when he was just 16 years old. In the second half\, with brilliant arrangements for voice\, piano\, double bass and string quartet by pianist and returning SMF artist Simon Mulligan\, we’ll hear a selection of Mercer’s most famous and much loved songs. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for Associate Artistic Director Philip Dukes is provided by Thomas V. & Susan G. Reilly. \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Tom & Ruth McMullin and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Bill & Bev JaquesPartial support provided by Cay Insurance Services and Brenda KenworthyPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/philip-dukes-and-friends-i-mendelsshon-mercer/
LOCATION:Oglethorpe Ballroom at The Desoto Hotel\, 15 E Liberty\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31401
CATEGORIES:Classical,Explorer Pass,General Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T182720Z
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SUMMARY:John Scofield Trio featuring Vicente Archer & Bill Stewart
DESCRIPTION: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\, Scofield continues to expand the boundaries of improvisational music. He will be joined for this year’s SMF performance by bassist Vicente Archer and drummer Bill Stewart. Whether leading his beloved trio or new ensembles\, Scofield’s music embodies creativity\, groove\, and fearless exploration. This is his SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for the FAIRCLOTH JAZZ SERIES is provided by Bob Faircloth \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Critz BMW and David & Caroline Johnson
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/john-scofield-trio-featuring-vicente-archer-bill-stewart/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T023845Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
DESCRIPTION:There are a lot of musical influences and sources that Daniel Donato has drawn on during his career and that inform Reflector\, the Nashville guitarist-singer-songwriter-bandleader’s first all-original album. But within those Donato has carved out a unique and individualized spot for himself\, one that speaks to the deep American music heritage that inspires him — and that he’s pushing towards the future with inspired\, intentional vigor. He calls it Cosmic Country\, a moniker that’s both self-descriptive and a statement of purpose. It’s an organic rock band aesthetic with plenty of roadhouse twang\, a showcase for Donato’s instrumental virtuosity and facility for songcraft. Bridging Nashville and the Great West\, Kentucky and mid-60s northern California\, tie-dye and plaid\, it’s a world of his own\, and a wide world of musical adventure at that. This is their SMF debut. This event is standing room only. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored in part by Becky & Bill KeightleyPartial support provided by Jessica Carter & Family\, Savannah Magazine and Thomas & Hutton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Donato is in search of that one true thing\n\n\n\nFor music lovers seeking a spacious community\, Nashville guitarist and singer- songwriter Daniel Donato opens the gates wide to his interpretation of cosmic country.By Amy Paige Condon \n\n\n\nCosmic Country\, in the inimitable parlance of wunderkind guitarist Daniel Donato\, is more akin to a unified field theory of music\, where soul rather than quantum physics connects the past\, present and future. His oeuvre is not a throwback to the Cosmic Cowboy-era of 1970s Austin\, Texas\, where bluesy honky-tonk swagger met hard rock thrust and progressive country vibes for a generation-defining sound—although Donato professes mad respect for its standard-bearers Willie Nelson\, Michael Martin Murphey and Jerry Jeff Walker\, and drinks from the same well\, musically speaking. \n\n\n\nDonato\, instead\, is in search of transcendence with every note.  \n\n\n\nCase in point: He shares a memory of playing “Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodleloo” with the Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester\, New York\, in 2023. Two bars before the chorus\, Lesh hit the E chord\, and “then I see a smile come up on his face. He’s taking this breath and a big old smile. He’s 84 years old and…I saw 50 years of joy that song would bring him. He was singing it to the people\, and the people were singing it back to him… \n\n\n\n“I remember leaving and thinking\, the only thing you have as a musician when you leave this planet are your songs and the recordings of the shows you played.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‘My prayer is that we get one good moment a night on stage’  \n\n\n\nWhether he is writing his own tunes or picking a guitar\, Donato is trying to find that one true thing. Now nearly 31\, he has been playing professionally since the age of 14\, yet Donato still gets goosebumps as he rhapsodizes over lyrics written 50-plus years ago by Bob Dylan and even longer ago by Hank Williams:  \n\n\n\n“The silence of a falling star/Lights up a purple sky/And as I wonder where you are/I’m so lonesome\, I could cry.”  \n\n\n\nHe shakes his head. “If I could get one stanza like that\, I’ll leave this earth happier than I am.”  \n\n\n\nHe\, like Dylan\, has no idea where the songs come from\, but Donato believes it all — the music\, the lyrics and performances — is in service of something greater.  \n\n\n\n“On a physics level\, music is a unifying mechanism. That’s literally what it does — like gears within a watch that unify in sync to move the timepiece along. It also unifies light and darkness. You have major chords that are happy and sad chords that are minor or dark. They both exist within music\, fundamentally\, with an equal charge\, even if people weren’t there to hear it.”   \n\n\n\nBut the audience only amplifies the equation\, creating a reciprocity between player and listener that creates ultimate unity. “That’s why I think music is reflective of life itself. It literally is a coordination of time within space. It’s way more cosmic than I think anybody understands. Certainly\, it’s more than I do.”  \n\n\n\nTo those in Savannah for the music festival\, he offers an invitation to anyone who is looking for community through music. “We’re very much focused on being a high-frequency group of people. Everyone has open arms\, everyone loves each other\, everyone holds space for each other.” \n\n\n\nThat’s a message worth hearing. \n\n\n\nTickets $47 Mezzanine / $37 Floor (General Admission\, Standing Room Only)
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/daniel-donatos-cosmic-country/
LOCATION:Victory North\, 2603 Whitaker St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Dancing / Standing,General Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T134647Z
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SUMMARY:NOON30: Reverie Road
DESCRIPTION: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 Road takes the rich tapestry of Irish music and weaves it into a cinematic experience\, full of expressivity and sophistication. Their performances push the boundaries of tradition\, offering stunningly innovative interpretations that retain the heart of the genre while embracing a modern twist. Whether you’re a lover of traditional music or curious about its modern evolution\, Reverie Road delivers an exhilarating\, boundary-pushing performance that will leave your heart soaring and your toes tapping. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Vicki McElreathPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/noon30-reverie-road/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,Family-Friendly,General Admission,Global Roots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T134543Z
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SUMMARY:Philip Dukes and Friends II: Escher String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Giuseppe Verdi Quartet String Quartet in E minor \n\n\n\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quartet No. 16 in E-Flat Major\, K. 428 \n\n\n\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quintet No. 5 in D Major\, K. 593 \n\n\n\nIn 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.  \n\n\n\nIn the first half they perform Verdi’s alluring String Quartet (never performed at SMF previously)\, and in the second half\, together with Mr. & Mrs. Thomas V. and Susan G. Reilly Associate Artistic Director Philip Dukes\, they perform the great D Major Viola Quintet by Mozart – a real gem of a work and considered to be his finest Viola Quintet. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for Associate Artistic Director Philip Dukes is provided by Thomas V. & Susan G. Reilly. \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Curtis Anderson\, Tom & Ruth McMullin and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Dayle & Aaron Levy\, Larry Pike Family Charitable Fund\, and Marti & Austin Sullivan
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/philip-dukes-and-friends-ii-escher-string-quartet/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 127 Barnard Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical,Explorer Pass,General Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000715
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T134405Z
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SUMMARY:Reverie Road
DESCRIPTION: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 Road takes the rich tapestry of Irish music and weaves it into a cinematic experience\, full of expressivity and sophistication. Their performances push the boundaries of tradition\, offering stunningly innovative interpretations that retain the heart of the genre while embracing a modern twist. Whether you’re a lover of traditional music or curious about its modern evolution\, Reverie Road delivers an exhilarating\, boundary-pushing performance that will leave your heart soaring and your toes tapping. \n\n\n\n\nPartial support provided by Richard K. LanePiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/reverie-road/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Global Roots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000716
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132616Z
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SUMMARY:Sebastian Knauer's Bach & Sons
DESCRIPTION:Johann Sebastian Bach Piano Concerto in D Major\, BWV 1054 \n\n\n\nJohann Christian Bach Piano Concerto in E-Flat Major\, Opus 7\, No. 5 \n\n\n\nCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach Piano Concerto in G Major\, Wq. 475 \n\n\n\nJohann Sebastian Bach Piano Concerto in G minor\, BWV 1058 \n\n\n\nPianist Sebastian Knauer and a string quintet take a musical journey from the Baroque to the Classical period\, in which the development of the piano concerto genre within the Bach family is shown in a fascinating way. Father Johann Sebastian was the first composer ever to give the piano/harpsichord a solo role alongside the orchestra. His sons Carl Philipp Emanuel\, Wilhelm Friedemann and Johann Christian masterfully continued this tradition\, and adapted their concertos both to contemporary taste and to innovations in musical instrument making. In this respect\, the Bach family made a significant contribution to the emancipation of the piano as a solo instrument in the mid-18th century on the way to Mozart. The Bach sons’ piano concertos in this program are rarities\, very rarely heard in concert. \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Curtis Anderson\, and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Becky & Bill Keightley\, Dayle & Aaron Levy\, Steinway & Sons\, and Nina & Bill WeilPartial support provided by First City Capital ManagementPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/sebastian-knauers-bach-sons/
LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 127 Barnard Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical,Explorer Pass,General Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000716
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T134018Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Lage Quartet Ft. John Medeski\, Jorge Roeder\, Kenny Wollesen
DESCRIPTION: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 2004 at age 16\, and has embraced jazz\, pop\, country\, bluegrass\, and acoustic folk with equal élan. He’s recorded 15 albums as a leader and lent his singular virtuosity to work with Charles Lloyd\, Eric Harland\, John Zorn\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Fred Hersch\, and Nels Cline. Lage is joined by longtime bassist Jorge Roeder\, drummer Kenny Wollesen\, and keyboard master John Medeski\, best known as one third of the jazz-funk trio Medeski Martin & Wood. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for the FAIRCLOTH JAZZ SERIES is provided by Bob Faircloth \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Wilson Morris\, Pamela & Peter Voss and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Dave Lake & Linda WrightPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/julian-lage-quartet-ft-john-medeski-jorge-roeder-kenny-wollesen/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000716
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T133648Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Hull & John Craigie
DESCRIPTION:Sierra Hull is a seven-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year\, two-time Grammy nominee\, and one of the most dynamic voices in bluegrass and Americana. Hull has shared stages with legends like Alison Krauss\, Eric Clapton\, Sturgill Simpson\, Slash\, and Robert Randolph\, blending technical mastery with heartfelt storytelling. In 2025\, Hull became the first female artist honored with a Gibson signature mandolin and was also awarded the Tennessee Governor’s Distinguished Arts Award. This is her third SMF appearance as a bandleader\, the first being in 2014.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Craigie is an American singer-songwriter and storyteller celebrated as a modern-day troubadour in the spirit of Woody Guthrie. Blending sharp wit and heartfelt folk\, his live performances weave together music and humor\, drawing comparisons to Mitch Hedberg\, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott\, and Pete Seeger. Over the years\, Craigie has shared stages with artists such as Jack Johnson\, Sean Hayes\, The Infamous Stringdusters\, and The Avett Brothers. Known for his warmth\, wit\, and authenticity\, Craigie continues to charm audiences with songs that celebrate storytelling and human connection. This is his SMF debut. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored in part by Connie & Glen Darbyshire and Bill & Bev Jaques
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/sierra-hull-john-craigie/
LOCATION:Lucas Theatre for the Arts\, 32 Abercorn St.\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000716
CREATED:20251123T145111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T133931Z
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SUMMARY:Julian Lage Quartet Ft. John Medeski\, Jorge Roeder\, Kenny Wollesen
DESCRIPTION: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 2004 at age 16\, and has embraced jazz\, pop\, country\, bluegrass\, and acoustic folk with equal élan. He’s recorded 15 albums as a leader and lent his singular virtuosity to work with Charles Lloyd\, Eric Harland\, John Zorn\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Fred Hersch\, and Nels Cline. Lage is joined by longtime bassist Jorge Roeder\, drummer Kenny Wollesen\, and keyboard master John Medeski\, best known as one third of the jazz-funk trio Medeski Martin & Wood. \n\n\n\n\nFunding for the FAIRCLOTH JAZZ SERIES is provided by Bob Faircloth \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Wilson Morris\, Pamela & Peter Voss and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Dave Lake & Linda WrightPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/julian-lage-quartet-ft-john-medeski-jorge-roeder-kenny-wollesen-2/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Explorer Pass,General Admission,Jazz
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SUMMARY:Philip Dukes and Friends III: Brahms & Franck
DESCRIPTION:Johannes Brahms Piano Quartet No. 3 in C minor\, Opus 60 \n\n\n\nCésar Franck Piano Quintet in F minor \n\n\n\nIn 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 first is Brahms’ stunning third Piano Quartet (noted for the particularly exquisite slow movement)\, contrasted by the second work\, which is Franck’s dramatic Piano Quintet\, and certainly a tour de force for the pianist! \n\n\n\n\nFunding for Associate Artistic Director Philip Dukes is provided by Thomas V. & Susan G. Reilly. \n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Tom & Ruth McMullin and Ron & Susan WhitakerThis performance is sponsored in part by Dave & Sylvaine NeisesPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/philip-dukes-and-friends-iii-brahms-franck/
LOCATION:Neises Auditorium at Telfair’s Jepson Center\, 207 W York St\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31401
CATEGORIES:Classical,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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SUMMARY:Divine Harmony: Broadway Tunes From Religious To Secular
DESCRIPTION:SMF 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 in honor of Passover and Holy Week\, this event is the kickoff to ATC’s Broadway Week\, which continues through the week of April 6th. Hear tunes from Godspell\, The Prince of Egypt\, Fiddler on the Roof and more! \n\n\n\nFeaturing 2023 ATC Gold Medalist Alysha Umphress (On the Town\, Smokey Joe’s Cafe\, Damn Yankees)\, 2016 ATC Gold Medalist Michael Maliakel (Aladdin\, The Great Gatsby\, Monsoon Wedding\, The Phantom of the Opera)\, 2025 ATC Silver Medalist Jesse Nager (Mary Poppins\, Mamma Mia\, Good Vibrations\, Motown)\, and 2018 ATC Gold Medalist Erica Gabriel (Symphonic soloist with Cincinnati Pops\, Hilton Head Symphony\, Savannah Philharmonic). \n\n\n\n\nThis performance is sponsored by Georgia Public BroadcastingThis performance is sponsored in part by Becky & Bill Keightley and Regina & Rick RoneyPiano by Steinway & Sons
URL:https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/event/divine-harmony-broadway-tunes-from-religious-to-secular/
LOCATION:Kehoe Iron Works\, 660 E Broughton St\, Savannah\, ga\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Roots,Explorer Pass,General Admission,Wristband Eligible
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