CRESCENDO: Crescendo

Crescendo

Crescendo

© 2004 Crescendo (829757603520)

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Innovative and distinctive vocal jazz approach to tunes taken mainly from "the great american songbook" by multi-award winning Hollywood-based harmony quintet.

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Expressed by the HAIRPIN sign < , the term CRESCENDO is one of the most important effects in music. It's a direction indicating that the tone is to be gradually increased in loudness or force. Indeed, such has been the evolution of CRESCENDO since its conception in 1998.

Originally formed as an all-male ensemble, the group is now a mixed quintet composed of accomplished vocalists from different ethnic backgrounds and musical influences - a gorgeous reflection of America's cultural diversity.

Combining the improvisation of jazz, the melodic accessibility of pop, and the polish and discipline of classical music, CRESCENDO creates an elegant, lush, and sophisticated sound that's earned numerous honors, including thechampionship prize in the Crystal Palace Casino International Talent Search Contest(1999), the Virgo Award for Best Musical Group (2000), and the Celebrity Chronicle's Best Musical Artist Award (2001).

Blessed with a magical "blend" - that elusive match of timbres and vibratos that distinguish the CRESCENDO sound - the Hollywood, California-based group recorded their long-awaited, self-titled album throughout the autumn of 2003. Released in 2004, their debut recording displays the group's broad repertoire,ranging from Duke Ellington to Antonio Carlos Jobim, from jazz to blues, from blazing scat improvisations to heartfelt ballads. The ensemble's thrilling 15-track (plus a surprise bonus track!) CD is steeped in glowing arrangements, magnificent solo performances, and the kind of sublime harmony singing that
has earned CRESCENDO favorable comparisons to some the finest vocal harmony groups on vinyl.

Backed by a superb band that includes seasoned musicians who have toured with the likes of Barry Manilow, Donna Summer, and Cher, CRESCENDO presents fully choreographed concerts that leave fans exhilarated and satisfied.

Look for CRESCENDO performing in your area soon. In the meantime, enjoy them on disc!

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  • They Can Siiiiing!
    author: Ron Sagye La Rue

    At present the climate for Jazz singers is quite agreeable,for individual female and male singers alike, be they standing at a microphone or accompanying themselves at a piano. But how many vocal Jazz groups can you name? Some? None? Well,CRESCENDO is one! And they've recently released their debut CD, a DEVON records production. A quintet of three females, two males -- I MUST FIRST SAY THEY CAN S-I-N-G!!! The engineering and sound quality is excellent. All the voices are captured at their best whether together creating wonderful five-part harmony, soloing, or singing "a cappella". CRESCENDO takes you through a program(52:43) of fifteen songs that is actually a sonic Jazz history lesson. CRESCENDO sounds very good together as a vocal ensemble and its refreshing to hear a new vocal grouping of voices like this. The supporting musicians give excellent support over the entire CD. This is there first CD I hope they do many more. I only hope they get the exposure they deserve...and that's a lot!!!

  • unique rendition of standards tunes
    author: power music connections

    five of us listened to crescendo's cd and have voted unanimously = topnotched! unique and refreshing renditions of well-loved tunes from the great american songbook.

  • great sounds!
    author: Martindale Music Review

    Thia CD is the start of a great series of CD's blending old favorites in a great new sound.

  • incredible and very very moreish
    author: J Glover UK

    being new to the whole jazz music this is a beautiful introduction. A perfect introduction for newcomers and a perfect accompanyment to those already familiar with the music.

  • Sweet, Eclectic - Give me More!!!
    author: Curtis Brooks

    I can not get Crescendo out of my head - day and night, night and day as the song goes - crescendo kicks ass.

  • awesome blending, acapellas are noteworthy, any other albums available?
    author: kristen godiksen
  • Great blending of voices with a nice sound
    author: Helen

    This is a great sound with the mix of music and voice melodies. If you have a dinner party - this is a great sound.

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