Think of the southern states of the United States and the civil war springs into mind. The south has always been big on revolutions including a musical one. This historically rich corner of America has given us some of the most treasured music in our country's heritage. Savannah, Georgia is the host of a jazz festival drawing musicians and audiences from every part of the world and right down the block. International and local jazz and blues musicians meet here every year to celebrate the music and its history.
Thanks to the Coastal Jazz Association, the Savannah Jazz Festival is mostly free to the public and all of the events are at local venues, the biggest of which is Forsyth Park. The massive, live oak-lined public park is large enough for crowds to gather in front of the stage or picnic on the lawn. You can even cruise local craft booths and sample dishes and drinks from local restaurants as you jive along to the tunes.
Since its inception, the mission of the Savannah Jazz Festival has been to promote one of America's great and truly original art forms. Many consider Jazz to be America's Classical Music. Jazz is the root of every modern form of American music. Because of the Coastal Jazz Association's work with the city of Savannah, people of all ages and backgrounds can rediscover the spirit of Jazz.
For the last 28 years, Jazz and Blues musicians from all over the country and right around the corner perform in front of thousands over the week. Artists like James Brown and The Deborah Brown Quartet perform alongside local and regional musicians from across the South. Generations of jazz fans and musicians swarm the festival inviting curious musicians and music lovers alike. It's hard to resist the sound of a blaring trombone with a steady backbeat.
If you are of the musical persuasion, bring your instrument, any instrument to the festival and join in a jam session with your fellow musicians. Jam sessions are a regularly scheduled part of the festival every year. It is the one place that you can perform your music in front of huge audiences along with legendary musicians of jazz. The Savannah Jazz Festival will provide you with lifelong memories year after year.
Local restaurants and businesses join in the celebration all week long. Sample some of Savannah's finest while you feed your ears with the delicacies of Jazz. The Blowin' Smoke BBQ sponsors many of the Savannah Jazz Festival events. There's nothing like an evening of blues and barbeque under the stars.
Believe it or not there is yet more to love than the good music and food. In 2011, the Psychotronic Film Society and the Concord Music group co-sponsored a film that was shown at the festival titled The Anatomy of Vince Guaraldi. The film highlights the life of the jazz musician and his complete mastery of the piano. The performances and drinks are also sponsored by the Minor Family Vineyards.
Savannah has an open container law that allows folks to bring their own booze to the festival, though anything in glass, or drinking glasses must be left at home. No problem. Pack your cooler with six packs in cans and bring a box of wine with plastic glasses. If you would like your brew on tap, go to one of the many booths or if you want a taste of a new wine variety, there are booths for that too.
In 2011, the Savannah Children's Jazz Festival started the last day of the events with performances by the Coastal Jazz Association Allstars. The Savannah Jazz Festival always ends on a high note with a bit of nostalgia thrown in for fun. Another year and another week always bring new generations to share in and appreciate the great American original music that is jazz and blues.
Music lovers of all types and ages can find their reflection in Jazz. The Savannah Jazz Festival is the perfect place to learn more about the history of our country's rich musical legacy. Between the stunning performances and jams sessions, you might become inspired to strum out a lick of your own!
Thanks to the Coastal Jazz Association, the Savannah Jazz Festival is mostly free to the public and all of the events are at local venues, the biggest of which is Forsyth Park. The massive, live oak-lined public park is large enough for crowds to gather in front of the stage or picnic on the lawn. You can even cruise local craft booths and sample dishes and drinks from local restaurants as you jive along to the tunes.
Since its inception, the mission of the Savannah Jazz Festival has been to promote one of America's great and truly original art forms. Many consider Jazz to be America's Classical Music. Jazz is the root of every modern form of American music. Because of the Coastal Jazz Association's work with the city of Savannah, people of all ages and backgrounds can rediscover the spirit of Jazz.
For the last 28 years, Jazz and Blues musicians from all over the country and right around the corner perform in front of thousands over the week. Artists like James Brown and The Deborah Brown Quartet perform alongside local and regional musicians from across the South. Generations of jazz fans and musicians swarm the festival inviting curious musicians and music lovers alike. It's hard to resist the sound of a blaring trombone with a steady backbeat.
If you are of the musical persuasion, bring your instrument, any instrument to the festival and join in a jam session with your fellow musicians. Jam sessions are a regularly scheduled part of the festival every year. It is the one place that you can perform your music in front of huge audiences along with legendary musicians of jazz. The Savannah Jazz Festival will provide you with lifelong memories year after year.
Local restaurants and businesses join in the celebration all week long. Sample some of Savannah's finest while you feed your ears with the delicacies of Jazz. The Blowin' Smoke BBQ sponsors many of the Savannah Jazz Festival events. There's nothing like an evening of blues and barbeque under the stars.
Believe it or not there is yet more to love than the good music and food. In 2011, the Psychotronic Film Society and the Concord Music group co-sponsored a film that was shown at the festival titled The Anatomy of Vince Guaraldi. The film highlights the life of the jazz musician and his complete mastery of the piano. The performances and drinks are also sponsored by the Minor Family Vineyards.
Savannah has an open container law that allows folks to bring their own booze to the festival, though anything in glass, or drinking glasses must be left at home. No problem. Pack your cooler with six packs in cans and bring a box of wine with plastic glasses. If you would like your brew on tap, go to one of the many booths or if you want a taste of a new wine variety, there are booths for that too.
In 2011, the Savannah Children's Jazz Festival started the last day of the events with performances by the Coastal Jazz Association Allstars. The Savannah Jazz Festival always ends on a high note with a bit of nostalgia thrown in for fun. Another year and another week always bring new generations to share in and appreciate the great American original music that is jazz and blues.
Music lovers of all types and ages can find their reflection in Jazz. The Savannah Jazz Festival is the perfect place to learn more about the history of our country's rich musical legacy. Between the stunning performances and jams sessions, you might become inspired to strum out a lick of your own!
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