Announcing the 2026-2027 Season!
Mark Berry Scholarship Recital
3:00 PM | Sunday, September 13, 2026
Ascension Sanctuary
Celebrate the next generation of outstanding young musicians as the 2026 Mark Berry Scholarship recipients perform in recital. This annual concert honors Bach Ascending founder Mark Berry while showcasing exceptional emerging talent. Featuring pianist Hyunjun Yuk, violinist Irene Park, and percussionis
Season Opener: Craig Price Returns in Ich habe genug
5:00 PM | Sunday, September 27, 2026
Bass-baritone Craig Price, the very first artist presented by Bach Ascending in 2020, returns to open our seventh season with one of Bach's most beloved cantatas, Ich habe genug ("I Have Enough"). This special homecoming also celebrates the Bach Ascending Founders Circle, honoring those whose vision and genero
Echoing Air: Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott
7:00 PM | Thursday, October 29, 2026
Ascension Sanctuary
Internationally acclaimed early music ensemble Echoing Air, based in Bloomington, Indiana, makes its Savannah debut with a program exploring the musical world that shaped J. S. Bach. Centered on Luther's enduring hymn Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott, the concert features masterpieces by Schütz, Schein, B
ViMaDeAn Duo: Anastasia Petrunina & Denis Petrunin
5:00 PM | Sunday, December 13, 2026
Ascension Sanctuary
Founded at the Yale School of Music, the internationally acclaimed ViMaDeAn Duo has captivated audiences across Europe, Asia, and the Americas with its innovative combination of violin and percussion. Their performances blend virtuosity, imagination, and contemporary artistry, creating a concer
Baroque Brunch featuring Savannah Baroque
11:00 AM | Saturday, January 9, 2027
Crumley Hall, Ground Floor of Ascension
Begin the new year with an intimate morning of Baroque music, conversation, and hospitality. This popular annual gathering welcomes Savannah Baroque for a delightful performance in an informal setting, accompanied by a delicious brunch. Seating is limited, making this one of Bach As
Atlanta Baroque Chamber Series Candlelight Concert
Monday, February 1, 2027
Location and time to be announced
Experience Baroque chamber music by candlelight in an intimate setting designed for close listening and unforgettable artistry. Musicians from the Atlanta Baroque Chamber Series perform masterworks by Antonio Vivaldi and his contemporaries, creating an evening of warmth, elegance, and musica
CATHY GIRARDEAU NAMED PRESIDENT OF BACH ASCENDING
Cathy Girardeau has been elected by the Board of Directors as President of Bach Ascending. She has served on the Board since 2022, including as Secretary, supporting the organization's growth and mission during an important season of transition and expansion. Cathy succeeds Margo Jones whose term expired.
Winners of the 2026 Mark Berry Scholarship
Hyunjun Yuk, Piano, 11th Grade, Richmond Hill High School Attending University of Georgia Summer Music Camp
Kritya Patel, Percussion, 8th Grade, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Attending Encore! Band & Orchestra Camps.
Irene Haorum Park, Violin 9th Grade, Savannah Arts Academy Attending Interlochen Arts Camp, High School Orchestra
From his essay:
“Overcoming the fear of playing and actually playing the piano are two different skills, yet they are both important as someone who is growing as an individual. Therefore, this experience that I want to be a part of will make a difference to my future since I would be able to experience new things that will be waiting for me…”
Irene Haorum Park, Violin 9th Grade, Savannah Arts Academy Attending Interlochen Arts Camp, High School Orchestra
Kritya Patel, Percussion, 8th Grade, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Attending Encore! Band & Orchestra Camps.
Irene Haorum Park, Violin 9th Grade, Savannah Arts Academy Attending Interlochen Arts Camp, High School Orchestra
From her essay:
“As a violinist who strives to continue music professionally in the future, I believe attending Interlochen will enhance my soloist and orchestral experience and career, through the variety of masterclasses, ensemble classes, and student performances that I can participate in, and thus learn and grow from.”
Kritya Patel, Percussion, 8th Grade, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Attending Encore! Band & Orchestra Camps.
Kritya Patel, Percussion, 8th Grade, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Attending Encore! Band & Orchestra Camps.
Kritya Patel, Percussion, 8th Grade, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts Attending Encore! Band & Orchestra Camps.
From his essay:
“When I picked up a pair of drumsticks in fourth grade, I had no idea that percussion would become one of the most important parts of my life. Whether it was the rhythms, the energy, or the incredible sounds these instruments could create something about percussion just clicked for me.”
2025-2026 Season Finale: Atlanta Baroque Orchestra, April 19
From Our Concertgoers
"[The Atlanta Baroque Orchestra] was an absolutely perfect finale to an amazing series. The talent we get to experience in these performances is awe inspiring!"
"The Eric Jones from Bach to Bebop event was fantastic! Having moved to Savannah nearly two years ago, it was refreshing to receive an incredible gift of music from Bach Ascending. "
"I've been attending Bach Ascending for at least 4 years. I am so proud to witness the growth of a vital musical program offered to the residents of Savannah and beyond. Congratulations on a job well done." exceptional performances