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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.
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. The cause was brain cancer...
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.
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.
Successful bop-era jazz guitarist who worked with Artie Shaw and Charlie Barnet as well as recording as a headliner. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1940s - 1990s. Born. October 17, 1923 in Muskogee, OK. Died. May 6, 2004 in San Diego, CA.
Generally considered to be one of the greatest jazz guitarists of the 20th century, he was a member of many prominent jazz groups as well as a “first call” guitarist for studio, film, and television recording sessions. Kessel was a member of the group of session musicians known as The Wrecking Crew. Show more.
May 8, 2004 · Barney Kessel, the innovative and influential jazz guitarist known for his lyrical voice and harmonic improvisation, has died. He was 80. A pioneer of the electric guitar, Kessel died Thursday...
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.
Barney Kessel (October 17, 1923–May 6, 2004) had a prolific, half-century-long career as a jazz guitarist, studio musician, cultural ambassador, and pedagogue.
Barney can be heard on such classic recordings as “Cry Me a River” by Julie London (1955), “How High the Moon” by Sonny Rollins (1958), and “Wouldn't It Be Nice” by The Beach Boys (1966). In 1961, Gibson introduced the Barney Kessel Guitar model, which was in production until 1973.
