It all started when...

a regional tour of Annie came to the Buena Vista High School auditorium, and a tiny elementary school boy sat anxiously in his seat - captivated by the music, dance, and acting all blended together in one show! By the end of that show, he promised to one day be on the stage, performing for audiences both young and old. 

Since then, Richard Baskin Jr. has performed in concerts with Ben Folds, George Benson, Bobby McFerrin, Darmon Meader, Janis Siegel of the Manhattan Transfer, and others. He has performed internationally in France, Canada, as well as all over the United States. 

Originally from Saginaw, Michigan - he holds two Jazz Studies performance degrees from Western Michigan University (BM '13) and Indiana University (MM' 16). Post-graduation, Richard now performs regularly as a vocalist, pianist, and musical theatre actor.

He currently resides and works  in New York City.