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Born: October 17, 1923 in Muskogee, OK
Years Active: 40 's, 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Died: May 06, 2004 in San Diego, CA
Genre: Jazz

Biography:
One of the finest guitarists to emerge after the death of Charlie Christian, Barney Kessel was a reliable bop soloist throughout his career. He played with a big band fronted by Chico Marx (1943), was fortunate enough to appear in the classic jazz sh ...More >>

Discography: 2006 Military Swing 2006 Live in Los Angeles at PJ's Club 2006 Kessel's Kit 2004 Salute to Charlie Christian 1996 It's a Blue World More >>

Filmograpy:

2006	Mahalia Jackson: In Concert - I Believe
2004	Mahalia Jackson: You'll Never Walk Alone
1995	Legends of Jazz Guitar, Vol. 3
1995	Legends of Jazz Guitar, Vol. 2

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Member Of: Wrecking Crew More >> Similar Artists: Chris Flory Joe Pass Herb Ellis Cal Collins Chuck Wayne More >>

Influenced By: Charlie Christian George Van Eps More >> Followers: Bola Sete Tommy Tedesco Wes Montgomery Joe Puma Bill Harris More >>

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