Crescendo Amelia's mission is to create vibrant, engaging and meaningful performances that bring to life the incredible legacy of big band & jazz music. Through a variety of public & private partnerships, we aim to support the artistry of our musicians and bring joy to our communities through great music.
Crescendo Amelia is a professional jazz performance organization dedicated to keeping the music’s legacy vital and visible—creating vibrant, community-centered shows while supporting the working artists who bring them to life.
Blending the classic big band sound with a modern sensibility, Crescendo Amelia delivers high-impact concerts that integrate music, dance, and unrivaled showmanship. Boasting a genre-bending repertoire of over 100 years of music, the ensemble draws from top in-demand professionals across the Southeast. Crescendo Amelia is known for performances that feel both historically authentic and unmistakably current.
Signature programming includes "How the Big Band Stole Christmas", "Red White & Swing: A Patriotic Celebration" and numerous themed events like the Amelia Island Dance Series, Dancing through the Decades, Masquerade Ball, and more.
Currently led by trumpeter and owner Dennis Negrin, Crescendo Amelia has presented hundreds of performances across the Southeast, building a loyal audience through public concerts, private events, recordings, and music video releases.
Available for hire both public & private events. Learn more at www.crescendoamelia.com
