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# Barney Kessel - Just what the Dr. Ordered!
- URL: https://www.sweatyspice.com/barney-kessel-just-what-the-dr-ordered/
- Published: 2024-11-08T11:56:03.000Z
- Updated: 2024-11-08T11:56:03.000Z
- Description: Because Fridays need some jazz!
- Author: Geoff Anderson

As I stew in the consequences of Tuesday’s election, and trying to avoid the blame game, I am stretching out into Music YouTube, and today the lords of the Algorithm bring me a new face and more importantly a new sound.

[Barney Kessel](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barney%5FKessel?ref=sweatyspice.com) was a largely self-taught jazz guitarist, who brought a open and lively phrasing to every track I have clicked on. The introduction was Autumn Leaves, but the second video I clicked on really grabbed my attention. Titled simply “Barney Kessel Blues” it is (for the era) well shot video, but the audio is impeccable.

On a stage with his band, a classic trio, Barney lets it hang out and boy is it sm*oooooo*th. Awesome phrasing, clean intermediaries, and a sense of touch that is just delightful to listen to.

Just what I needed on a chilly Friday morning.

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