Barney Kessel
Guitarist

Barney Kessel Net Worth

Barney Kessel was a jazz guitarist born on October 17, 1923 in Muskogee, OK. He was a member of the Wrecking Crew, a group of session musicians who played on many hit records in the 1950s and 1960s. He was known for his unique style of playing and his ability to adapt to different genres of music. He was an influential figure in the jazz world and his legacy lives on today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 17, 1923
Birth Place Muskogee, OK
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On May 6, 2004 (age 80)
Birth Sign Libra

💰 Net worth: $20 Million (2024)

About

Jazz Guitarist and member of the group of session Musicians called Wrecking Crew.

Before Fame

He began touring as a teenager with various dance bands and went on to work with artists like Chico Marx.

Trivia

He played "Mr. Spock's Theme" on bass for the television series Star Trek.

Family Life

His sons, David and Daniel, also became session Musicians.

Associated With

He was greatly admired by The Who Guitarist Pete Townshend, who wrote and recorded a song called "To Barney Kessel."

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