Composer / Arranger
Original composition for any situation from the blues to musical theatre. Custom arrangements for any size ensemble or style.
Performer
Robert has performed, in various venues and ensembles, for well over 50 years.
Producer
Robert has a rich history of production ranging from recording to children’s Christmas shows to major works in national halls.
Teacher
Instruction available to all ages in guitar, music theory, composition and arranging.
Robert Abate plays “Wreslin’ With The Devil”
"Wreslin' With The Devil" is one of those tunes that just popped right out. Melody, chords and lyrics took about 5 minutes https://youtu.be/2NEQGBaGL3A
Robert Abate plays “What’s Goin’ On”
This is one of many wonderful Marvin Gaye tunes, it was released in 1971. https://youtu.be/nJL11leHEc8
Robert Abate plays “LISTEN TO THE FALLING RAIN”
Jose Feliciano lived for a time in Detroit where he met his current wife Susan Omillian. He also studied classical guitar at the Joe Fava Studio with Jack Moncreif memorizing further into each piece at his lessons with Jack's help. I had heard thru the musical...