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Barney Kessel (October 17, 1923 – May 6, 2004) was an American jazz guitarist. Known in particular for his knowledge of chords and inversions and chord-based melodies, he was a member of many prominent jazz groups as well as a "first call" guitarist for studio, film, and television recording sessions.
Oct 3, 2023 · Barney Kessel was a jazz guitarist and legend who graced the music scene from the 1940s until his death in 2004. Known for his improvisation skills, beautiful tone, and fast execution, Kessel has influenced generations of guitarists that have come after him.
May 8, 2004 · Barney Kessel, a guitarist who was both a celebrated jazz soloist and a ubiquitous but anonymous studio musician, died on Thursday at his home in San Diego. He was 80.
Jul 26, 2023 · Guitarist Barney Kessel fits his perfect trio featuring bassist Leroy Vinnegar and drummer Shelly Manne into one quintet with pianist Hampton Hawes and vibesman Victor Feldman and a sextet with tenor man Ben Webster, pianist Jimmy Rowles and trombonist Frank Rosolino.
Apr 7, 2020 · Barney Kessel was a masterful and highly influential jazz guitarist that played with Oscar Peterson, Artie Shaw, Frank Sinatra, and The Beach Boys.
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Oct 14, 2015 · Jazz great Barney Kessel showed generations of guitarists a way to break free from comping chords in the rhythm section and over his 50-year career, established himself as a band leader and go-to session player.
Barney Kessel (1923–2004) Kessel, a virtuoso guitarist born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, enjoyed a long career which established him as one of the foremost jazz improvisers on his instrument, as well as a highly successful studio guitarist in radio, TV and film.
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