Tom Kessler

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Born: August 12, 1983 Primary Instrument: Guitar

Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Tom began playing at an early age. In 2001 he released his first recording as a leader with the mexican label “discos imposibles” He then pursued a degree in Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas. There he had de oportunity to play and learn from musicians such as Brian Mulholland, Adonis Rose, Ed Soph, and many others. Upon Graduation, Tom moved back to Mexico where has been performing in the most important venues and festivals in the country. He has colaborated with musicians such as Giovanni Figueroa, Agustin Bernal, Hans Glawischnig, Antonio Sanchez, and many others. In 2010 he realeased a new self produced record of all original music with Vico Diaz on bass and Giovanni Figueroa.

Last Updated: March 17, 2010

As a Leader

Fogumi
PR
2010
Tom Kessler, Vico Diaz, Giovanni Figueroa
LIVE
Harlem Jazz Tapatrio
Discos IMposibles
2001
Tom Kessler, Jose Luis Muñoz (el Pichon), Diego Escobar

As A Side Musician

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Gerardo Enciso
Tercer Piso Records
2009
A Collection of Signs
UNT L5 Guitar Ensemble
UNT Press
2007
Avenue C. Jazz
UNT 2 Oclock Lab band
UNT Press
2009
La Estaca Brown
La Estaca Brown
Fugazi
2001

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Primary Instrument:
Guitar

Willing to teach:
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