To expose and enlighten thousands of music lovers from Savannah and afar, through the gift of exceptional performances of great variety.
Joy
Abundance
Integrity
Musical Competence
Learning
Bach Ascending is a new Savannah concert series that centers on Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Bach’s music has inspired composers and performers for hundreds of years, and Bach Ascending seeks to spread a joyful understanding of how broad and enduring his music still is today.
Our concerts are open to anyone for FREE, so that we can remove any hurdles for every person who wants to attend. The series is only possible through the generosity of our patrons, supporters, and sponsors.
Bach composed his music in Leipzig Germany for a Lutheran church, and our primary venue is the historic Lutheran Church of the Ascension, located on Wright Square. In fact, the church itself was founded in 1741 when Bach was still alive, and it has played a prominent role in Savannah’s musical and cultural life.
Margo Jones, president
Diana Langer Jones, vice president
Renee Portell, secretary
Susan Heun, treasurer
Mercedes Brennan, Gail Connolly, Cathy Girardeau, The Rev. Matt Henning, Kelli Horton, Lynn Wright
Thomas J. White, artistic director
Founding Artistic Director Thomas White was appointed Cantor of the Lutheran Church of the Ascension in August 2019. He has headed arts organizations in South Carolina and Kentucky, as well as leading music in Lutheran churches for over 25 years as organist, pianist, conductor, and composer. He earned degrees from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music.
Host venue: Lutheran Church of the Ascension
120 Bull St. Savannah, GA 31401
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