CONCERTS AT CHRIST CHURCH
Now in its second season, Concerts at Christ Church seeks to bring world-class music to the heart of downtown Savannah. This concert series is supported by the generous donations of the Friends of Music, which allows us to offer spectacular musical opportunities in this historic space at no charge to the wider Savannah community.
Souvenir from Marinko’s Pond | Sunday, September 24, 4:00 p.m.
The Balkan String Quartet
Come hear the Balkan Quartet led by Sinisa Ciric, concertmaster of the Savannah Philharmonic, play an exciting program of old favorites as well as new works from their specialty, the musical heritage of Serbia and the Balkan peninsula.
Theme and Variation | Sunday, November 19, 4:00 p.m.
George Fergus, organ
Trace the development and evolution of melodies and themes as they pass from one composer to another down the centuries. See how composers are inspired by a motif, melody, or even the name of a predecessor or colleague in this fun, approachable concert of works for solo organ!
The Joy of Christmas | Thursday, December 21, 7:00 p.m.
The annual Christ Church classic is back! Get in the Christmas spirit and ring in the holiday with the Savannah Brass Quintet, the Christ Church choir, and RISE Chorale!
Pop Music in the 30 Years’ War | Sunday, February 4, 4:00 p.m.
Wesley Harrison Hall, organ
TikTok organ star Wesley Harrison Hall takes us on a journey to the grim 30 Years’ War in Germany, where the levity of popular music provided respite from the never-ending conflicts. Popular tunes pervade organ music of the time, transformed in ingenious and humorous ways that provide light and hope to a war-torn countryside.
Music and Meditation for Passiontide | Sunday, March 24, 4:00 p.m.
George Fergus, organ
Begin your journey through Holy Week with this contemplative concert featuring Charles Tournemire’s Seven Chorale-Poems on the Seven Last Words of Christ. These exquisite works for solo organ will be paired with readings and meditations by the Rev. Canon Todd Smelser.
To Build a Home | Sunday, April 28, 4:00 p.m.
Musica Atlantica and Bridge Voices; George Fergus, conductor
Savannah-based choral ensemble Musica Atlantica joins with Bridge Voices, a small ensemble of singers specializing in new music, to bring you this program of music exploring what it means to have, or to be, home. Works span from the 16th century up to today, with a world premiere of a new choral work by composer Jonathan Woody.
Washington National Cathedral Choir | Friday, June 14, 7:00 p.m.
Michael McCarthy, conductor
The renowned choir of Washington National Cathedral is coming to Christ Church as part of their 2024 domestic tour! The Boys Cathedral Choir and the Girls Cathedral Choir are among the few cathedral choirs in the United States affiliated with schools, and carry on a cherished tradition of choral worship. Be sure to catch this transcendent concert!