Several of Rob's students have gone on to great things.  Two bands on MTV - The Josh Dodes Band and Eve's Plum have had students of Rob's holding down the bottom. Students have gone on to top Music Colleges - Manhattan School of Music and Berklee School of Music.  Most of Rob's students have become working musicians.

Current students include Robert Fox, co - leader of the Wammie nominated Chopteeth Afro-Funk Big Band.

ROB'S TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

Bass students need to interact with other musicians.  All students are encouraged to join groups and get as much group playing experience as possible.

Each student needs a personalized lesson program.  That's why we never use a method book.  Each student is given increasingly more difficult material, based on his or her individual  progress and needs.

The key to improvement is regular practice.  Techniques are learned by practicing popular songs, rather than exercises, making practice as enjoyable as possible.  You can actually study while learning your favorite songs.

Reading is recommended, but mot mandatory.  Technique, Theory, and Performance Techniques are emphasized. 

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

The Collective, NY

Jazz Workshops and Private Instruction, focusing on Performance, Reading, and Improvisation.

Long Island University, NY

Individual Instruction - Reading, Theory, and Soloing.

Woodside Music Studio, NJ 

Individual Instruction - Technique, Ear Training, and performing current hits.

Private Bass Instruction

Focus on Technique, Grooves, Soloing, and Reading.