Oklahoma Musicians

Musician

Barney Kessel

Born in Muskogee and grew up in its African American business and entertainment district

Musical work

jazz guitarist. Instruments recorded in the collection: guitar. Genres: jazz; swing; session.

Evidence and identity

Direct OHS article supports birth, upbringing, early groups, and career

Kessel, Barney

OHS describes Muskogee birth, upbringing in the local entertainment district, and jazz-guitar career.

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Sources

  1. www.okhistory.org/publications/enc/entry

Related source accounts

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