Introduction

Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Welcomes Legend Emmylou Harris for 25th Anniversary Season

AMELIA ISLAND, FL — October 1, 2025 — The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival (The Festival) is thrilled to announce an extraordinary addition to its landmark 25th Anniversary Season: Emmylou Harris and Friends. This special performance will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the newly renovated Amelia Ballroom at the Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa.

A Musical Icon Joins the Milestone Season

A 14-time GRAMMY Award winner, Billboard Century Award recipient, and member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Emmylou Harris stands as one of the most admired and influential voices in American music history.

With a career spanning over four decades and a discography of more than 25 albums, Harris has collaborated with legendary artists such as Bob Dylan, Dolly Parton, Neil Young, and Johnny Cash. Her work is defined by its profound artistry, storytelling, and authenticity. In 2018, her massive contributions to the industry were further recognized with the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award.

An Unforgettable Collaborative Evening

For this exclusive performance, Harris will be joined by two esteemed artists:

• Maura O’Connell: The acclaimed Irish singer known for her soul-stirring vocals.

• Tammy Rogers King: Founding member of the GRAMMY-winning bluegrass group The SteelDrivers and co-founder of the Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival.

Together, this trio will create an intimate night of harmony and heart. In keeping with Harris’s lifelong commitment to animal welfare, proceeds from this concert will benefit the Nassau Humane Society.

Guest Information & Logistics

• Tickets: $75 per person. Available now at aicmf.org/event/emmylouharris.

• Parking: Concertgoers will enjoy free self-parking in the hotel’s garage and surface lot. ADA-accessible options are available.

• Stay: Guests can take advantage of an exclusive Festival-only hotel rate at the Omni Amelia Island Resort, perfect for pairing the performance with a luxurious island getaway.

From the Directors

“This addition is a true gift to our community and our Festival family. To welcome Emmylou Harris, an absolute icon and legend, as part of our 25th Anniversary celebration is nothing short of remarkable.” — Robyn Lamp, Executive Director

“The Festival has always offered our community the chance to experience artists who fall outside the traditional definition of chamber music. Emmylou Harris and Friends embody the small-ensemble collaboration, artistry, and authenticity that connect so deeply with audiences—values that are truly at the heart of chamber music.” — William Ransom, Artistic Director