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I am also known as Brother Rick from the Doo Wop shows. Best know as the musical director; arranger and conductor of the American Soundtrack Series as seen all over the world. I continue to perform in private venues and work part time for the PSO for the last 15 years.
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At 12:30am on January 3, 2010, bernice Loadholt said…
Just writing you to wish u happy new year keep up the good work God bless you
At 10:04pm on December 24, 2009, bernice Loadholt gave Richard G Mansfield a gift
At 8:24pm on November 27, 2009, JOHN PAPI said…
Brother Rick
john papi here , Had Jack Pettit over last night and Bill Gerge for a little jam , and jack filled me in on some other gigs you add in the past.. all good, Hang in brother jp
At 10:05pm on September 1, 2009, JOHN PAPI said…
Rich
I enjoyed watching you and the big band,also the singers where great on the peters twp. cable channel..COOKING. keep on .. john papi
At 8:41pm on May 18, 2009, JOHN PAPI said…
Hi Rick
Ready enjoy all your work on the doo wop shows.. Great Job, Long time ago buddy john papi
At 4:28am on May 18, 2009, Dr. Nelson Harrison said…
Welcome Brother Rick,

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