Crescencio Lezcano was born on September 14, 1939, in Resistencia, Chaco, Argentina. He was a renowned bandoneonist and composer, known for his significant contributions to the chamamé music genre. Lezcano began playing the bandoneon at the age of 10, performing at school events and dance halls. In 1955, he joined the group "Los Chaqueñitos" alongside the Segovia brothers, performing on "LT 5 Radio Chaco" in the program "El Rincón de los Niños." He recorded his first works with accordionist Esteban Ribero and the duo "Franco-Verón" for the label "Pampa."

Lezcano was invited by the Corrientes bandoneonist Miguel "Chito" Morales to record in Rosario for the "Trío" label with the group "Iberá," where he collaborated with the legendary Roque Librado González. In 1967, he formed his own ensemble, "Crescencio Lezcano y su conjunto," winning the first prize in the ensemble category at the "Festival Latinoamericano de Salta." His success attracted the attention of the "Music Hall" label, leading to his first recordings. Throughout his 40-year career, Lezcano recorded 35 albums with major labels such as "Odeón" and "Philips."

His ensemble included musicians like Roberto Rodríguez, Juan Carlos Benítez, Ambrosio Arévalo, and many others. Lezcano performed at various festivals, including the Festival Folclórico de Lules in Tucumán and Luna Park in Buenos Aires in 1980. He also toured cities like Río Gallegos, Río Grande, Ushuaia, and Tierra del Fuego.

As a prolific composer, Lezcano created works such as "Arroyo San Juan," "Recuerdo del Sauce Aquel," "Estero Pajarito," and "El Llanto del Cardenal." He passed away on June 28, 2007, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of chamamé music.