Exciting Times Ahead in Savannah: Music Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup!
Hey there, music lovers! If you’re in Savannah or even thinking about visiting this charming city, we’ve got some delightful news for you! The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) is back and has just revealed its enchanting lineup for 2025! Mark your calendars because the festival is set to take place from March 27 through April 12, 2025. Get ready for a musical extravaganza featuring an amazing mix of jazz, classical, American, and global roots music that will leave you tapping your feet and humming along!
Get Ready to Groove!
According to the festival’s Artistic Director, Ryan McMaken, the 2025 programming dives deep into the fusion of roots music from all corners of the globe, firmly rooted in the rich traditions of the southeastern United States. That sounds like an irresistible celebration of music, doesn’t it?
Star-Studded Performances
Prepare yourselves for some incredible acts, folks! The lineup features performances from renowned artists like the Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, vibrant Angélique Kidjo, the soulful Warren Haynes Band, and the stellar Branford Marsalis Quartet. Wait, there’s more! Be on the lookout for performances from Taj Mahal Quintet, Marcus King, and the dynamic duo Shovels & Rope / Langhorne Slim.
Fans of classical music won’t be disappointed either. The festival will feature the talented Danish String Quartet, the brilliant Julia Fischer & Jan Lisiecki, and the gifted Michelle Cann. Plus, there is a co-production alongside the Savannah VOICE Festival to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Sherrill Milnes’ grand debut with the Metropolitan Opera. Now that’s some musical history!
A Feast of Jazz and Roots
If jazz is more your style, you’re in for a treat! Artists such as Lakecia Benjamin, Emmet Cohen, and the New Jazz Underground will grace the festival. Also on the lineup are the duo of Alfredo Rodriguez & Pedrito MartÃnez, plus the talented Edmar Castañeda Quartet—and that’s just scratching the surface!
International music remains a stunning highlight for 2025. We can’t wait to welcome back DakhaBrakha from Ukraine and experience the traditional sounds of the southern Italian group Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino. And don’t miss the incredible Ladysmith Black Mambazo, a timeless South African musical treasure that is sure to touch your heart!
Bluegrass and Beyond
For fans of American roots music, there’s a bluegrass bonanza happening! The festival will feature the rising stars East Nash Grass and the renowned Michael Cleveland teaming up with Jason Carter. Not to mention the all-female ensemble Della Mae, celebrating the legacy of Hazel Dickens—talk about girl power!
Cajun music aficionados can look forward to the legendary BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet making their festival debut as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations. You won’t want to miss their lively set!
More than Just Music
This festival isn’t just about the tunes! The Encounters Series will feature artist talks, Q&As, and even some language and culture workshops, kicking off with DakhaBrakha’s Borscht Workshop—what a delicious way to start! Who wouldn’t want to learn how to make borscht while enjoying traditional Ukrainian folk music?
Grab Your Tickets!
So, are you ready to embrace the musical magic of Savannah? Tickets are set to start at an affordable $39, and they’ll be available online at savannahmusicfestival.org, or you can snag them at the Savannah Box Office. And hey, if you’re a student, military personnel, or a senior, there are discounts waiting just for you!
Plus, thanks to the generous support of the Wall Lynch Family, the Explorer Pass program returns, providing free tickets to the festival for students and their chaperones! What a fantastic opportunity to foster love for music in our youth!
With such an incredible lineup, there’s never been a better time to get excited about the Savannah Music Festival. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with heart, soul, and a whole lot of rhythm!
