Best Local Jazz Band/Artist
Velvet Caravan
Savannah’s kings of gypsy swing continue to entertain and capture audiences with dynamic musicianship and show-stopping camaraderie. The group made its Savannah Music Festival debut this year with vocalist Jessica Best, toured throughout the country, and earned new fans all the way.
Runner-Up: Bill Smith
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