Emil Richards

Emil Richards (born Emilio Joseph Radocchia; September 2, 1932 – December 13, 2019) was an American vibraphonist and percussionist.

[3] For about three years, he was a member of a group led by George Shearing, then moved to Los Angeles and worked with Don Ellis and Paul Horn.

His credits include playing bongos on the theme song for the television program Mission: Impossible.

[4] He led a band with Joe Porcaro, and he released a solo album, The Wonderful World of Percussion.

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