Howard Marc Mandel

Background

Mandel, Howard Marc was born on December 26, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Robert E. and Marjorie Mandel.

Education

Bachelor, Syracuse University, 1972.

Career

Reviewer, Chicago Daily News, 1976-1978; producer, host, Jazz Chicago radio program, 1979-1981; commentator Morning Edition, National Public Radio, Washington, since 1986; producer, Nisus Recordings, New York City, 1986-1988; editor, writer, editor-in-chief, Rhythm Music magazine, 1996-1997; editor, writer, editor-in-chief, Victor Company of Japan Jazz Festival Program Guides, since 1993. Adjunct Professor New York University, since 1986. Consultant in field.

Achievements

• Howard Marc Mandel has been listed as a notable Editor, writer, radio news commentator, producer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Auditor New York State Council on the Arts, since 1985. Member American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (Deems Taylor award 1985, 96), Jazz Journalists Association (president since 1996).

Interests

• Avocations: writing, flute playing.

Connections

Father:

Robert E. Mandel

Mother:

Marjorie Mandel