Lessons and Workshops
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“Rob always is challenging my brain, allowing space for me to be a human and explore my emotions and be vulnerable. But at the same time have a lot of fun!”
Private Lessons: Music
Rob offers private lessons on: violin, viola, mandolin, guitar, bass, voice, percussion, electronic instruments, and more.
Students learn instrumental technique, music theory, improvisation, groove (and groove-based music and repertoire: jazz, blues, rock, bluegrass, and more). Other topics include electronic and electroacoustic music (want to learn how to use pedals with your violin? Live looping techniques? Etc.), plus composition, songwriting, and audio production.
Rob is a published author on the myths and misconceptions of “talent,” and he strongly believes that anyone can learn to express themselves with a musical instrument. Whatever your experience or skill level, Rob will help you chart a course and achieve your goals!
“If you could just hear how A. brags about you to his chess buddies 🥰🥰🥰 He just loves the lessons so much!! ”
“Chess with Rob is a blast! My kids are learning so much and look forward to an hour of focused fun! Through chess, they practice focus, reflection, and strategy, and with Rob, they experience that study, critical thinking, and problem-solving can be enjoyable and exciting! ”
Private Lessons: Chess
Rob is an expert chess player, with an ELO rating over 2200 on Lichess.org. From state-champion high school team origins, Rob has taught and organized chess clubs for over a decade. At New England Conservatory he organized the NEC Chess Club, and he has taught chess in after-school programs around Massachusetts. Now Rob offers one-on-one chess instruction online. Individualized lessons focus on a mixture of chess fundamentals, opening theory, tactics and attacking chess, endgame studies, and full game analysis. Click here to contact Rob about a lesson.
“I loved listening to him and seeing the kids react to the music. Thank you for providing the most wonderful break to my day. I hope he comes back again and again!”
Rob teaching a composition and improvisation workshop at OrchKids (Baltimore, MD)
Workshops and Clinics
Since 2011 Rob has taught dozens of group classes and workshops for all ages, on a variety of subjects. He has taught creativity and improvisation workshops for string ensemble programs across the country, from elementary schools to universities. Click here to see some of the workshops Rob has offered in the past, and click here to contact Rob about a workshop that works for your students.
In addition to his work as a clinician and visiting performing artist, Rob also teaches online masterclasses with Andy Reiner. Click to explore their Looping Masterclass, Grooveshop, and Improvisation Multiverse courses.