Richard Carpenter (musician)
Richard Lynn Carpenter is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, who formed half of the sibling duo the Carpenters alongside his younger sister Karen. He had numerous roles in the Carpenters, including record producer, arranger, pianist, keyboardist, and songwriter, as well as joining with Karen on harmony vocals.
Carpenter at the White House in August 1972
The Carpenters' star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Carpenters, officially known as Carpenters, were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen (1950–1983) and Richard Carpenter. They produced a distinctive soft musical style, combining Karen's contralto vocals with Richard's harmonizing, arranging, and composition skills. During their 14-year career, the Carpenters recorded 10 albums along with many singles and several television specials.
Karen and Richard Carpenter in 1974
The Richard Carpenter Trio in 1967, featuring Karen, Wes Jacobs and Richard
Karen drumming on stage
Richard in 1973