Richard Kessler

Background

Kessler, Richard was born on January 19, 1953 in New York City. Son of Moe and Sylvia (Wallach) Kessler.

Education

Bachelor of Music, Manhattan School Museum, 1975; Master of Music, Manhattan School Museum, 1976.

Career

1st trumpet, Columbia/Warner Brothers Recording Artists, 1976-1978; 1st trumpet, Lionel Hampton Orchestra, 1978-1979; founder, Platinum Island Recording Studios, New York City, since 1985; founder, Necessary Records, New York City, since 1995. Member Manhattan School Music Alumni Council, New York City, since 1996.

Achievements

• Richard Kessler has been listed as a noteworthy Recording industry executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member NARAS.

Interests

• Avocations: collecting 1st edit/signed books.

Connections

Father:

Moe Kessler

Mother:

Sylvia (Wallach) Kessler