Robert Ri.

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Boca Raton, FL

Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons

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Experiance 22 years Years

About Me

Robert "Gary" was born in Detroit, started playing guitar at the age of 12, and at 14 began playing bass as well. He has continued to play both for 40 years.
Growing up Gary’s mom was a talented amateur pianist and loved jazz, and his stepfather was a country music dj so his home was filled with music. Gary’s influences early on included Jazz players like Ray Brown, Jaco Pastorius, Ron Carter, Eddie Gomez, and R&B players like James Jamerson and Chuck Rainey. On guitar Gary was influenced by Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, Joe Pass, and Johnny Smith as well as Bluesmen like B.B. King, Albert King, Buddy Guy and many others. As a kid Gary played in Pop and Rock bands but was lucky enough to have an older friend that worked at a Blues Club in Ft. Lauderdale so he got to listen to a lot of Blues in the early 60's. Being exposed to so many styles and genres of music, it is not surprising that Gary’s musical resume includes, Jazz, Blues, R&B, Oldies, Big Band, Show Tunes and more.
Gary’s love of music led him to The University of Miami where he earned a Bachelors degree in Jazz Performance and a Masters in Jazz teaching.
Gary has performed with top artists such as Peter Ponzol, Dick Hyman, Don Friedman, Alann Harris, The Boca Jazz Rats Big Band, Terry Wilson, Patty Wicks, Billy Marcus, Mitch Woods, Ben E King, The Coasters, J.P. Soars and The Redhots, Terry Hanck, the Bobby Nathan Band, and more.
Until recently, Gary was bassist for the 2009 International Blues Challenge winning band J.P. Soars and the Redhots. Gary is also an adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at Florida Atlantic University and continues to play locally.

Robert Ri. has over 22 years years of music experience in the Boca Raton area.

Robert Ri. is proficient in and teaches Guitar Lessons, Bass Guitar Lessons .

Formal Education:

Bachelors Studio Music and Jazz from the University of Miami 1992
Masters Jazz Pedagogy from the University of Miami 1995

Private Education:

Various local instructors

Performing Experience:

Gary is also a member of saxaphonist Terry Hanck's East Coast band.

Experience Teaching:

Have been employed by Florida Atlantic University since 1995 as an adjunct Professor of Jazz Studies as well as being the Electric Bass and Acoustic Jazz Bass instructor. Performed the same duties for Palm Beach Community College until 2008. Worked for Boca Music Mart for 15 years as piano, guitar, and bass instrctor. Worked at Marathon Music in Boyton Beach Fla. for 4 years as a guitar and bass instructor. Have taught privately since 1988.

Guitar & Bass Guitar Lessons in Boca Raton, Lessons in Boca Raton, FL

In Boca Raton, FL, Robert Ri. provides expert Guitar & Bass Guitar Lessons in Boca Raton, instruction, helping students build confidence and achieve their musical goals through customized lessons. Over the years, Robert Ri. has helped numerous students progress from beginners to confident performers through consistent and focused instruction. Each session focuses on skill development, musical expression, and long-term growth tailored to the student’s goals.

What You'll Learn:

Core Guitar & Bass Guitar Lessons in Boca Raton, skills and advanced techniques
Music theory application in real playing scenarios
Performance preparation and stage confidence

Start your Guitar & Bass Guitar Lessons in Boca Raton, journey in Boca Raton with Robert Ri. and benefit from professional instruction tailored to your learning style.

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