Rob Brereton

Rob Brereton is considered one of the pioneers in contemporary mountain dulcimer playing. His years of studying classical guitar have polished his playing style while his degree in music theory and composition has given him a fresh approach to arranging.Rob was one of the first dulcimer players to arrange extensively in the chromatic 1-3-5, and other alternate tunings. Although he specializes in the standards and early jazz tunes of Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, and the like, Rob is equally adept at playing the more traditional styles and dulcimer repertoire.David Schnaufer called Rob’s playing “masterful...strong and innovative.” Rob's music is featured on his CD, "Someone to Watch Over Me" available as an iTunes download or from http://www.cdbaby.com.Rob has taught all levels of dulcimer at most of the major dulcimer festivals across the country. He was one of the organizers of the Housatonic Dulcimer Celebration and continues to organize the occasional Dulcimer Cruise.In his everyday life, Rob teaches K-6 music in several schools and has many private students. He also composes and directs several choirs near his home in Sherman, CT. If you're interested in Rob teaching privately or at a venue, feel free to contact him.Much to his friends’ dismay, he also yodels. Please don’t hold this against him.