I play instrumental music for Art Galleries, Wine Tastings, and other events. Since I perform solo, I don't take up much space, but deliver a lot of music! Jazz, Salsa, Soul, Funky Blues, World Beat and Exotica. All designed to be the perfect background music to your event. I do live looping to get a really full sound including drums, bass, guitar, keyboard, horns, vibes and marimba. Really eclectic and interesting! I have links to my music and song list upon request.
We were truly delighted by the performance of Rob at our very first dinner party for a new senior living community. His music created a warm, joyful atmosphere that resonated with everyone in attendance. The residents couldn't stop talking about how much they enjoyed the evening, and it was clear that the music made a memorable impact. We are grateful for Rob’s contribution to making this event a resounding success and look forward to inviting him back for future gatherings.
Price Range: $150 - $500
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Demonstrating a unique blend of technology and music, Rob performs a number of songs using looping technology and a single keyboard. The deluxe setup includes an acoustic vibraphone! This is visually interesting and exciting, while also rich in musical aural texture. My music will include World music from Cuba and Brazil, Jazz, and Classical as well as original songs influenced by African and Klezmer cultures. The music ranges in mood from ambient/mellow to very lively. Textures (instrument sounds) include lots of percussion (congas, bongos, frame drum, doumbek, tabla, shakers, etc.), mallet instruments (marimba, vibraphone and steel pan), keyboards (piano, electric pianos, clavinet), bass, guitar and horns (flute, clarinet, French horn, and trumpet).
I have been playing/performing for over 40 years in a wide variety of contexts. I graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music in Boston MA., playing in many different musical situations, including cruise ships, nightclubs, hotels and restaurants. Accompanying dance classes and workshops, I’ve been employed at Colorado College, Reed College, Lewis & Clark college, and the Oregon Ballet Theater school. I was a member of local band 3 Leg Torso, which included a west coast tour opening for Pink Martini. As a staff member at Marylhurst University, I taught courses in percussion for Music Therapy students, another course in Improvisation, and directed the school’s Jazz Band.
Currently, I do looping performances 3 times weekly at PDX airport. I have 2 CD’s plus a USB drive with all my music and 14 video performances available
| May 02, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
Rob Lewis gigging songlist
*note – all songs are instrumental (no vocals)
JAZZ
All Blues – Miles Davis
Mortal Coil Shuffle – Rob Lewis
Footprints – Wayne Shorter
Killer Joe – Benny Golson
Casper (In the Garden of the Dogs) – Rob Lewis
Make Me Rainbows – John Williams
Stompin’ at the Savoy – Edgar Sampson
Cast Your Fate to the Wind – Vince Guaraldi
Linus & Lucy Theme – Vince Guaraldi
Take Ten – Paul Desmond
Whisper Not – Benny Golson
LATIN/LATIN JAZZ
Dark Pearl (A Tango) – Rob Lewis
Afro Blue – Mongo Santamaria
Danza Lecumi – Ernesto Lecuoma
Morning – Clare Fischer
Rabbit Habitat – Rob Lewis
Rock In A Stream – Rob Lewis
Land of Make Believe – Chuck Mangione
Samba de Orfeo – Luis Bonfa
Nature Boy –
No Me Esqueca – Joe Henderson
Slow Hot Wind – Henry Mancini
Soul Sauce/Memphis Underground – Dizzy Gillespie/
Triste – Antonio Carlos Jobim
Quotesville – Rob Lewis
FUNK/ROCK/SOUL
Soulful Stuff Medley: Soulful Strut/My Girl/All in the Game/Could it be I’m Falling in Love/Grazin’ in the Grass/ Just My Imagination
Scattered Applause/A Go Go – Rob Lewis/Medeski Martin & Wood
Comfort Food – Rob Lewis
Comin’ Home Baby –
Mercy Mercy Mercy – Joe Zawinul
People Get Ready – Curtis Mayfield
Cantaloupe Island – Herbie Hancock
WORLD BEAT/GLOBAL MUSIC
Evaporato – Rob Lewis
Marimba Jam – Rob Lewis
Marimba Hymn – Rob Lewis
Arabische #3 – Rob Lewis
Double Augmented with Cheese – Rob Lewis
A Sight For Thor’s Eyes – Rob Lewis
BLUES
Fever/Bag’s Groove - /Milt Jackson
Back at the Chicken Shack – Jimmy Smith
Gnossienne – Eric Satie
MISCELLANEOUS
Ashokan Farewell (Ken Burns Civil War Theme) – Jay Unger
Gymnopedie – Eric Satie - Classical
Gospel Medley – Leanin’ On the Everlasting Arms/Bringing In the Sheaves/What A Friend
Yearning – Rob Lewis – Beautiful Ballad
Baym Etude – Rob Lewis
I am inspired by the following artists: Ralph Towner, Reggie Watts, Snarky Puppy, Chick Corea, Michael Hedges, and Cal Tjader. Of course, there are so many more, but too many to list!
I am a solo performer and don't require a lot of space, just about 6 square feet and electric power. Slightly larger if the deluxe setup including a vibraphone is desired.
Protection from the elements (sun, wind, rain, etc.) if the event is outdoors.
Portland, OR 
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