About Bob Gillis

I’ve been a professional musician and teacher for over fifty years, with experience as a trumpet, piano and keyboard player, and as an arranger and composer in a multitude of styles. I have also served as a producer and recording engineer.

Since my pivotal mid-life crisis, I have essentially dropped out of the world of freelance performing and arranging (with a few exceptions), and have instead focused more on the work that really resonates with me.  Since that decision to follow my Muse and the “road less traveled,” I’ve produced a critically acclaimed CD (“Hats”), composed for full orchestra, string quartet (in a modern, classical style), and various jazz groups (from trios to large ensembles). 

My current project focuses on music for a new group…a duo comprised of a multi-instrumentalist woodwind player, and myself…playing a variety of keyboards.  The number of available sounds offer unlimited possibilities for composing, orchestrating, and improvisation, but also present musical and technical technical challenges that keep me learning and growing as well.  Stay tuned for this CD’s release date!

This blog is designed primarily for students, colleagues, friends, and the curious.