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Two women wearing festive holiday sweaters and headbands—one with a Christmas tree, one with reindeer antlers—smile while holding flutes and sitting on a large red and white sleigh indoors.

Jacksonville Flute Duo

The Jacksonville Flute Duo is back with a festive program to celebrate the season! Enjoy an afternoon filled with holiday favorites, beloved Christmas classics, and heartwarming narration to help your […]

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A smiling man in a blue patterned shirt and straw hat sits on a stool with musical equipment and a guitar nearby. A banner for Bill Ivins Acoustic Flashback stands in the foreground. A mural of bird wings is on the wall behind him.

Songs by the Sea

Take a break by the sea with singer/songwriter Bill Ivins as he brings his signature “acoustic flashback” to our courtyard! Enjoy an afternoon of feel-good favorites and original tunes that […]

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A smiling man in a tuxedo holds drumsticks next to a smiling woman in a long black dress, both posing enthusiastically against a plain white background.

Les DeMerle Band-New Year’s Eve In Venice Show

The Les DeMerle Band swings-in 2026 at their New Year’s Eve In Venice Show on Wednesday, 12/31 with a champagne toast at 6 pm when the clock strikes midnight in […]

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Four smiling adults, dressed in festive red and maroon attire, pose together indoors. One man holds a saxophone. A Story & Song sign and a TV screen are visible in the background.

Les DeMerle Band “Jazz Spirit of Christmas” Show

Celebrate the season with The Jazz Spirit Of Christmas Show featuring the Dynamic Les DeMerle Jazz Quartet with Bonnie Eisele-Vocals, Doug Matthews-Keyboards, Ajax McDonell-Sax and Clarinet and Special Guests. Groove […]

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Amelia Island New Year’s Eve Black & White Gala

15th Annual New Year’s Eve Black & White Gala

Make it a night to remember, welcoming the New Year at the Fifteen Annual Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Black and White New Year’s Eve Gala. Enjoy extravagant food and an array […]

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Sip, Savor, and Sparkle: Amelia Island’s Best Holiday Treats & Toasts

Whether you’re toasting to the season, satisfying your sweet tooth, or just soaking in that island glow, Amelia Island serves up plenty of ways to sip, savor, and sparkle this holiday. Festive […]

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A smiling musician in a blue Hawaiian shirt and straw hat sits on a stool with instruments nearby. A sign reads Bill Ivins Acoustic Flashback with contact info and a photo of him holding a guitar. A mural of wings is on the wall behind him.

Songs by the Sea

Take a break by the sea with singer/songwriter Bill Ivins as he brings his signature “acoustic flashback” to our courtyard! Enjoy an afternoon of feel-good favorites and original tunes that […]

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A woman and a man play guitars on stage, both smiling. The woman has long brown hair and wears a sleeveless top, while the man has short gray hair and wears a blue patterned shirt. Microphones are in front of them.

“An Evening of Story & Song” with Friction Farm

For more than two decades, husband and wife team of Aidan Quinn and Christine Stay has traveled the world singing songs filled with storytelling, social commentary and humor. They’re known […]

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Serenade for the Soul

Renowned harpist Rhett Barnwell specializes in sacred, classical and meditative music. He has given concerts throughout the U.S., Venice, Rome and Florence, Italy.

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A promotional image for ARIAS and Jacksonville Symphony features the logos at the top and portraits of four musicians—Clinton Dewing, Aurica Duca, Yun-Ting Kuo, and Shannon Lockwood—along the bottom with their names.

The Jacksonville Symphony: Autumn Overture

ARIAS (Amelia Residents In Action for the Symphony)presents: The String Quartet of The Jacksonville Symphony! Join us for this Fundraiser supporting Music Education in Nassau Schools, including bus transportation to […]

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Three men stand indoors by a window, holding string instruments—a double bass, a viola, and a violin. They pose casually against a textured wall with soft natural light shining in.

Sounds of the Season: Salt Commemorative Dinner

In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival, join us for an exclusive evening offering guests a rare opportunity to meet the Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble […]

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Downtown Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Get into the spirit with the lighting of the huge Christmas tree in downtown Fernandina. Enjoy live performances, baked goods, holiday wares, and a visit from Santa himself!

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A woman in a green dress and brown boots sits smiling on brick steps in front of a glass door. The name Charlotte Morris is written in white script at the bottom of the image.

“An Evening of Story & Song” with Charlotte Morris

Genuine, honest and straight-from-the-heart music with a purpose best describes Charlotte Morris, who took the music industry by storm two years ago with her second album, Wild Child. Cash bar […]

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Acoustic Guitar Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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Two smiling musicians, a man in a suit and a woman in a blue dress, sit together at a Steinway piano. Text reads: Mimi Zhang & David Mach, FOUR HANDS PIANO. Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture.

Four Hands Piano with The Echo Duo

Mimi Zhang & David Mach, founders of the St. Augustine Piano Academy, are an award-winning piano ensemble to have received prizes in two preeminent international piano duo competitions.

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Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Acoustic Guitar Music Jam

Join other guitar players in an acoustic guitar jam. If you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, bring your acoustic guitar and some songs that you want to play and […]

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A woman in a black sequined dress sings into a microphone on stage, with a drummer playing a red drum set in the background. Stage lights shine on them, and a Jazz sign is visible on the drum kit.

Les DeMerle Birthday Bash

Join us for an unforgettable JAZZY PARTY with a champagne toast featuring the Les DeMerle Jazztet with Bonnie Eisele, Doug Matthews on Keyboard, Paul Tafoya on Trumpet, and Ajax McDonell […]

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A smiling man in a tuxedo sits in front of an orchestra. Text reads Jacksonville Symphony, Dr. Nathaniel Efthimiou. The Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture logo appears in the lower left corner.

Jax Symphony’s Dr. Nathaniel Efthimiou

Story and Song is delighted to welcome Dr. Nathaniel Efthimiou, Assistant Conductor of the Jacksonville Symphony and Music Director of the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra to our island! He has […]

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Top 10 Game-Friendly Bars & Breweries on Amelia Island

if you want fun, games, and social vibes along with a cold one—Amelia Island does not disappoint. Below is a list of bars and breweries where you can grab a drink and play games: electronic […]

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Promotional image for the Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs featuring Rev. Robert Jones, Sr. holding a guitar and Anne Rutherford smiling, with a microphone and red stage curtains. Text reads: “Bits & Pieces.”.

Festival Finale: “Bits & Pieces” w/ Rev. Robert Jones, Sr. & Anne Rutherford

Two dynamic voices. Two unique styles. One unforgettable afternoon. Bits & Pieces pairs two celebrated musical storytellers—Rev. Robert Jones, Sr. and Anne Rutherford—for an evening that weaves music, narrative, and […]

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Promotional image for the Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs featuring headliners Andy Offutt Irwin and Carmen Agra Deedy, with their photos over a scenic view of Amelia Island.

Festival Headliners: Andy Offutt Irwin and Carmen Agra Deedy

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter, reflection, and pure storytelling brilliance! Our headliner showcase brings together three of the most celebrated voices in contemporary storytelling—each with a unique […]

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A smiling man and woman pose with a ukulele in front of a wall with hanging tools. Text reads Keep to the FUNNY Side with a wrench graphic and a circular logo in the lower right corner.

Festival Performance: Keep to the Funny Side

Welcome to a night of comedy that will have you grinning, giggling, and then downright belly-laughing. A dynamic married duo with stories, songs, and side-splitting charm—Anne Rutherford and Norm Brecke […]

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Four people pose together indoors with serious expressions; two hold acoustic guitars, one stands behind an accordion, and all wear hats or dark clothing against a dark backdrop with wooden framing.

Festival Concert: Rough Romance

When Flagship Romance and The Rough & Tumble take the stage, it’s more than just a concert — it’s a heartfelt, harmony-rich journey through love, life, and beautifully told stories. […]

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A woman in a flowing white dress and a man in a black outfit with a red scarf dance on stage, surrounded by Christmas decorations and gifts. A live band plays in the background under blue stage lights and hanging snowflakes.

How the Big Band Stole Christmas

Crescendo Amelia & The Florida Music Academy are proud to announce the return of their annual holiday show, How the Big Band Stole Christmas, proudly celebrating over a decade of […]

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