Richard McSweeney is a jazz guitarist with a background in writing and performing. He plays jazz standards and interpretations of popular music. 

Rich grew up in Montclair, New Jersey, where he was immersed in the diverse cultural music community. He is an alumnus of Berklee College of Music. 

Rich moved to New York City, where he worked with a wide array of notable performers. He collaborated with R&B, jazz, world, and folk artists.

Rich has studied with Vic Juris and Jack Wilkins. He believes in a lifelong education in the arts.

Music is how Rich articulates his experience of the world. He is excited to share this with you!

Rich performs throughout the New York Metropolitan and New England areas.