Now in their 15 th Season, the Savannah Philharmonic opens early with
an August concert led by guest conductor Kellen Gray of the Charleston Symphony and Royal Scottish
National Orchestra. The program, titled “The Genius of Mozart,” features Mozart’s Symphony No. 36 and
Gran Partita, as well as Jose Mauricio Nunes-Garcia’s Overture in D, and will be held at the Lucas Theatre for
the Arts.
“As we kick off the 15th Anniversary Season of the Savannah Philharmonic, we are very excited to present
the music of Nunes-Garcia and Mozart. There is no doubt that Mozart’s Gran Partita is one of the most
important pieces in the history of classical music,” states Music and Artistic Director Keitaro Harada. “It is not
only an excellent opportunity to showcase the beautiful wind colors of our SavPhil musicians, but also a great
pleasure to welcome Maestro Kellen Gray to the Lucas Theatre.”
No stranger to Savannah and a native of South Carolina, Gray’s conducting endeavors include performances
across the country and around the globe. He is also the founder and curator of the Charleston Symphony’s
Project Aurora, a programming and performance initiative dedicated to celebrating African American arts and
culture through meaningful and impactful music.
“It’s difficult to describe being back in Savannah, a city that has been home to me, to conduct this wonderful
orchestra,” shares Kellen Gray. “The anticipation of seeing familiar faces and making music with old friends is
exhilarating. I truly can’t wait to share this wonderful program with you all!”
“The Genius of Mozart” takes place on Saturday, August 26 th at 7:30pm at the Lucas Theatre for the Arts.
Limited tickets are available. To purchase and learn more about upcoming SavPhil concerts, please visit
savannahphilharmonic.org.
To learn more about guest conductor Kellen Gray, please visit kellengray.com.
ABOUT THE SAVANNAH PHILHARMONIC:
Now celebrating their 15 th Anniversary Season, the Savannah Philharmonic is a community focused, nonprofit
501©(3) arts organization which strives to present concert performances and music education of the highest
caliber throughout the southeast region. Comprised of a professional orchestra and community chorus, and
led by the masterful baton of Keitaro Harada, the SavPhil performs a vast range of works from composers of
the past and present, and in all genres from classical to contemporary. The organization focuses on fostering
community and inspiring a true appreciation of music through equitable access to performances and
education programs. Please visit savannahphilharmonic.org.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Jamie Coffey | Director of External Relationships | Savannah Philharmonic
[email protected] / (941) 350-5120