Background
Surnock, Richard William was born on October 19, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Francis Xavior and Catherine (Klimek) Surnock.
Surnock, Richard William was born on October 19, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Francis Xavior and Catherine (Klimek) Surnock.
Student, Los Angeles City College, 1950-1952; student, Los Angeles State College, 1952, 56.
With, Buddy Rich and Sextet, Las Vegas, 1956; with, Mort Sahl, Joanie Sommers Show, nationwide, 1958; with, Murry Arnold, Las Vegas, 1960; with, Jim MacDonald Trio, Encino, California, since 1965; with, Billy Daniels, Rams Horn, Encino, California, 1970; with, Peggy Lee show, 1980; with, Loyola University Chamber Orchestra, Westchester, California, 1981; with, Mickey Rooney show, Westwood, California, 1988; with, Page Cavenaugh Trio, 1990; with, Palisades Symphony, Claremont Symphony, since 1990.
Bassist for Hollywood Workshop Studio Symphony for Czechoslovakian Benefit Relief Concert, Hollywood Bowl, 1956. Served with United States Army, 1952-1955. Member Musicians Local #47 (life).
Clubs: Roo Rag (Los Angeles).
Married Lynn Margaret Kennaugh, May 16, 1964. Children: William, Kathryn, Susan.