The Steamy Southern Sounds Of The Savannah Jazz Festival

The South has always been responsible for revolutions of all kinds

. The rich and often tragic history of the region gave rise to some of America's most treasured musical traditions. Every year, music fans from all over the world visit Savannah, Georgia for the Savannah Jazz Festival. Both international and local Jazz and Blues musicians come together to celebrate the music and history of Jazz.

We can thank the Coastal Jazz Association for making the Savannah Jazz Festival available at little or no cost to the public and for making all the events local ones. The largest of these local event venues is Forsyth Park. This humongous public park lined with live oak trees is big enough to hold large crowds sitting right up stage front or back on the lawn with a picnic basket. There are booths to peruse containing local crafts, food and drink while you enjoy the music and the people watching.

From its beginning, the goal of the Savannah Jazz Festival has been to promote one of the most genuine and original of America's art forms. Jazz is thought by many to be the national classical music of America. Certainly, jazz is at the root of every modern form of American music. Thanks to the work of the Coastal Jazz Association of Savannah, all generations can either newly discover or rediscover the joy that is 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.

Any musician can grab an instrument and jam with fellow musicians. These jam sessions are regular events on the festival schedule. It is a rare thing when an amateur musician can pick up his instrument and play in front of thousands of music lovers with jazz legends and local heroes. The Savannah Jazz Festival is always an unforgettable experience.

Along with the musicians, local restaurants and businesses join the week-long celebration. The crowds can sample some of Savannah's best food and drink while moving to the music. The Blowin'Smoke BBQ sponsors several Savannah Jazz Festival events. Spend the perfect balmy summer evening under the stars with tasty BBQ and tasty jazz. It doesn't get any better than that.

There is even more to love than great music and great food. There are also films sponsored by the Psychotronic Film Society and Concord Music group as shown at this year's Jazz Festival. The film The Anatomy of Vince Guaraldi, hits the highlights of this formidable American jazz artist's life and his mastery of the piano. Then there is the Minor family sponsoring not only musical performances but drinks as well.

Savannah has an open container law that allows people to bring their own drinks along and sit on the lawn to enjoy the music and the imbibing. Don't bring glasses or any drinks in glass containers, but that shouldn't stop anyone. Pack the cooler with six packs in cans or a box of wine and plenty of plastic glasses. If drinks on tap are your thing, there is a large variety of brands to choose from in both beers and wine.

This year, The Savannah Children's Jazz Festival began the final day of the celebrations with performance by the Coastal Jazz Association Allstars. The Savannah Jazz Festival always ends on a nostalgic note. Another year and another week of Blues bliss, and new generation is privy to the sounds and culture of Jazz.

All music lovers can find themselves in jazz and blues music. The Savannah Jazz Festival is an ideal venue to discover more about the history of America's rich musical heritage. Once you are surrounded by amazing performances, jam sessions and great food and drink, you may find it impossible to leave your own musical instrument at home. So don't. Bring it along and jam with the best.

by: Seymour Kushner

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