The Brass Junkies 55: Rich Kelley

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Rich Kelley is possibly the best musician I've ever played with in my life and that is not hyperbole. He is also one of my best friends. I got to travel the world with Rich for my first five years with Boston Brass and have played with him on countless occasions after that as well.

He talked to us about playing in Boston Brass, his time with the Meridian Arts Ensemble and what it was like to play on Broadway all the time when he lived in New York City.

I love this man and you will too. He's the nicest trumpet player I've ever met...

Produced by Joey Santillo

Meridian Arts Ensemble: Monday YouTube Fix

The Meridian Arts Ensemble is one of the most creative brass groups out there and have been for decades.  I am a huge fan of the music of Frank Zappa and it is not easy to pull off without sounding forced.

This is as good as Zappa covers get.

Enjoy!

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