The Savannah Philharmonic is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated
third annual All-Star Ensemble program, taking place this weekend. The program will
feature esteemed guest conductor Timothy Verville of the Georgia Symphony, who will
lead an enriching two-day workshop dedicated to nurturing the talents of over 70 high
school band students from 10 schools across the Savannah region.
The All-Star Ensemble program offers a unique opportunity for young musicians to
study with and perform alongside professional members of the SavPhil Orchestra.
Designed to inspire and elevate musical proficiency, the weekend will focus on both
small group instruction and ensemble playing, fostering collaboration and camaraderie
among the students.
Participants will engage in intensive rehearsal and practice sessions on Friday evening
and Saturday morning, honing their musical skills under the guidance of seasoned
professionals. The culmination of their hard work will be showcased in a special concert
at the Islands High School Auditorium on Saturday at 4 pm. This concert is free and
open to the public, providing a platform for the community to enjoy and support the
talent and dedication of these young musicians.
“We are all delighted to welcome Timothy Verville as our guest conductor for this year’s
All-Star Ensemble program,” shared Keitaro Harada, Music and Artistic Director for the
Savannah Philharmonic. “Maestro Verville is an artist I have known for several years as
we were neighbors in Phoenix, Arizona and have collaborated on a number of projects.
Not only is he a fabulous musician, he is a world class educator, and I am very excited
to have him share his magic with the young musical talent here in Savannah.”
The Savannah Philharmonic extends its gratitude to all participating students,
educators, and supporters who make the All-Star Ensemble program possible. Through
their dedication and commitment to the arts, we can continue to enrich the lives of
Savannah’s youth and our cultural landscape as a whole.