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Portland native Robert Richter began teaching himself guitar at the age of 12 when he purchased a Sears "Silvertone" guitar from a neighbor for $5 and the promise to mow his lawn for a month. (He still has the guitar) Over the years Richter has become known as a versatile guitarist and songwriter known for his ability to perform a variety of styles from acoustic to electric to blues to folk to Celtic.
With a strong powerful voice, Richter is electrifying with his energy, enthusiasm, sense of humor and most of all his innate ability to "connect with people." His original songs range from the uptempo rock-a-billy blues style originated at the legendary Sun Records Studio in Memphis to Leo Kottke influenced instrumentals on slide guitar to songs with lyrics and melodies that make you think and feel.
Richter's credits include working with Grammy nominated singer Maria Muldaur, famous for the song "Midnight at the Oasis." He has also appeared on Tom May's nationally syndicated radio program "River City Folk," carried on more than 250 NPR affiliates nationwide.
Violinist Jessica Hitchborn is an energetic player whose style and energy provides the perfect complement to Richter's songwriting and guitar and vocal arrangements. Hitchborn won back to back Oregon State Fiddling titles and competed at the nationals held in Weiser, Idaho. The two also perform Celtic music as well.
Reviews:
"Robert Richter is a charismatic entertainer that gives it his all every time he performs. He not only pours everything into his songs but he also plays a mean slide guitar." Morry Feldman, WQED-FM Pittsburgh, PA.
"Robert and Jessica are energetic performers and excellent musicians. Their unique sound just draws you in." Albert Smith, KMUN-FM, Astoria, OR.
"Their sound covers several genres and they play them well. Their latest CD is a definition of the Americana Sound." Ken Cartwright, KENC-AM 1620, Stayton, OR
Richter and Hitchborn either as solo or duo have performed at the following:
"Bob Dylan Radio Hour, song played on his program heard on the Sirius Network
Weiser Idaho, National Fiddler's Competition
Aladdin Theater, Portland
Waterfront Park, Rose Festival, Portland
DaVinci Days Festival, Corvallis
Live Performance on KMUN-FM Astoria, OR
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