About

As an educator, writer, interviewer, musician, and member of the Berklee faculty and staff, Rob has built his career around one enduring question:

How do artists continue to grow and make meaningful work over a lifetime?

During his years at Berklee, Rob interviewed and wrote about many of the world’s leading musicians, including Pat Metheny, Willie Nelson, Susan Tedeschi, Don Was, Jimmy Page, Diana Krall, and Terri Lyne Carrington. He developed Berklee’s early web presence, launched music podcasts, promoted concerts, and later joined the Liberal Arts faculty, where he taught creative writing, career development, literature, and podcasting.

Rob has also spent decades as a music journalist and broadcaster, with work appearing in publications including DownBeat and the Boston Globe, and hosting music programs on radio stations in Massachusetts, New Mexico, and Pennsylvania.

Across every role, the focus has remained the same: understanding what allows artists to find their voice, navigate change, and continue evolving.

“I’ve always been fascinated by the creative process—not just how artists make their work, but how they sustain the courage, curiosity, and commitment to keep growing. My work with musicians is about helping them reconnect with that deeper source of creativity and possibility.”

Today, Rob brings that lifetime of listening and observation to his work as a creative advisor for musicians. He combines deep respect for each artist’s individuality with the perspective that comes from decades of witnessing creative lives unfold.

Rob makes his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where the creative energy of the high desert keeps him connected to a vibrant musical community—from the Santa Fe Opera to local bands at El Rey Court and open mic nights at Tiny’s. When he’s not immersed in music, Rob enjoys exploring the backcountry trails around Santa Fe and, on occasion, sipping a ranch water.