
Rob’s talent for music was identified early on in elementary school by his music teacher. At his suggestion, Rob began studying jazz technique and form on the saxophone, at the age of 10, with Mark Donavan (Ft. Hayes High School, Columbus, OH). In middle school, Rob became affiliated with the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus and participated in their Jazz Academy ensemble. He also attended jazz music summer programs at Eastman School of Music in Rochester New York and the Jamey Aebersold jazz program in Louisville, KY. [read more...]