Richard Manuel

Canadian composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist,. Best known as the pianist, regular lead singer, and occasional drummer of [url=http://www.discogs.com/artist/254199-Band-The]The Band[/url], Manuel took part in both the original incarnation of the group from 1967 to 1976, & the second incarnation from 1983 until his death. Born: April 3, 1943, Stratford, Ontario, Canada Died: March 4, 1986, Winter Park, Florida