About Ricci Mareno
Lived 1938 – 2008 (aged 69). Ricci Mareno was an American composer, manufacturer and music educator.
Ricci Mareno (born Joseph Ronald Ricci; June 29, 1938 - February 17, 2008) was an American country music songwriter and producer. He produced dozens of albums including 4 number one records. In 1974, SESAC honored Mareno with 17 individual awards, as well as an award for Country Music Writer of the Year and the "International Award".
His compositions were recorded by Eddy Arnold, Waylon Jennings, Connie Smith, Tommy Overstreet, Charlie Rich, and others.
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Who was Ricci Mareno?
country music songwriter
When was Ricci Mareno born?
Ricci Mareno was born on 29 June 1938 in Philadelphia.
When did Ricci Mareno die?
Ricci Mareno died on 17 February 2008.
What was Ricci Mareno's occupation?
Ricci Mareno was a composer, manufacturer and music educator.
What nationality was Ricci Mareno?
Ricci Mareno was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ricci Mareno. https://biography.guide/ricci-mareno/
MLA: "Ricci Mareno." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ricci-mareno/.
Chicago: "Ricci Mareno." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ricci-mareno/.
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