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Savannah is a wonderful southern city, with much to offer students
of music and performing arts, church music, private lessons and music history. From the shops and ships of River
Street to picturesque fountains and tree-shaded parks, from white
sand beaches to avenues lined with tropical palms, Savannah is a
city of European elegance and Southern charm.
The city was
founded in 1733 by Gen. James Edward Oglethorpe as one of 13 British
Colonies in North America. With the help of Native Americans, the
colonists survived and Oglethorpe's carefully laid plan still serves
the city well. The ordered grid of streets and squares enchants
visitors and provides a constant reminder of the rich heritage of
this fascinating coastal community.
The lush canopy of
Savannah's urban forest and the wealth of 19th-century architecture
create a visually stimulating environment. One of the most
remarkable features of Oglethorpe's city plan is the clustering of
homes, churches, schools and other buildings around numerous squares
that resemble outdoor rooms, pleasantly furnished with benches,
fountains, monuments and statues
Savannah
developed quickly as a hub of commerce and transportation, and
reigned for 100 years as a center of cotton production and trade
after Eli Whitney and Mrs. Nathanael Greene invented the cotton gin
on a nearby plantation. Other notable residents over the centuries
have included Girl Scouts of America founder Juliette Gordon Low,
authors Flannery O'Connor and Conrad Aiken, lyricist Johnny Mercer,
Jingle Bells composer James Lord Pierpont, folk artist Ulysses
Davis, jazz musician Ben Tucker and Supreme Court Justice Clarence
Thomas.
The Calhoun Conservatory of Music supports the musical traditions
in the heart of Savannah's famed National Historic Landmark District,
attracting visitors from all over the world to hear the Savannah Symphony Orchestra
along with other notable music festivals such as the Savannah Jazz Festival.
The college has been a leader in training musicians all over the world
since 1969.
Though renowned for its stately
historic buildings, Savannah is an important modern seaport with a
world cargo shipping industry. The city offers all the cultural and
commercial advantages of a contemporary metropolitan center–museums,
concerts, theatrical performances, an international airport, and a
thriving business community. Talented college students are sought to
work in churches, music agencies, school music programs, television, and numerous other
music related businesses.
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Savannah's many parks and
subtle terrain are ideal for walking and biking. The mild climate is
especially important to music students, who get musical inspiration outdoors
year-round. Nearby beaches offer surf and sand, while the college
and community offer a wide array of sports and other activities. The
city calendar is full of cultural and commemorative events and
festivals showcasing a variety of performances and
exhibitions.
Savannah gained worldwide recognition as the
site of yachting events for the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, and
continues to be a popular tourist destination. The city and
surrounding coastal area have become a filming location for
Hollywood productions. Films shot in Savannah include Forrest Gump,
Forces of Nature, The General's Daughter, The Gift and The Legend of
Bagger Vance.
The service of several major airlines into
Savannah International Airport makes worldwide air travel
convenient. Rail and bus service also connect the city with North
American destinations. Within easy driving distance of Savannah are
major metropolitan areas such as Atlanta; resorts such as Hilton
Head, South Carolina, and Orlando, Florida; and notable historic
sites such as Charleston, South Carolina, and Saint Augustine,
Florida. Savannah is a city of historic import, great physical
beauty, commerce and culture. Within this inspiring atmosphere, the
Calhoun Conservatory of Music flourishes, welcoming students
from all 50 states and foreign countries.
Planning a conference?
Relax and enjoy our southern hospitality!
Click
here to learn about conference services at Calhoun Conservatory of Music.
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