My life is a mix of musical and technological backgrounds, having studied both computer science and music (with a focus on combining the two). I'm originally from the Boston area, am a composer and developing Chapman Stick player. The Stick is a unique instrument, developed by Emmett Chapman, that combines elements of guitar, piano and percussion. The strings are tapped onto the frets rather than plucked or strummed, enabling both hands to play different parts as on a keyboard. I use a mirrored 4ths tuning, with the bass strings going from E to F and the melody strings from B to C.
Above are some recordings I did at home:
One Cloud, Conscious Stream and Noodle Soup are solo Chapman Stick compositions.
Mighty Wren is a rock piece with multi-tracked Stick and MIDI triggered drums. All instrument effects processing was done with Guitar Rig, mixing/mastering with Wave Arts plug-ins.
Differential is a rock instrumental with "standard" instruments- Rickenbacker 4001v63 bass, Godin Exit 22 guitar, programmed/MIDI drums (no Stick). All of the instrument and effects processing was done on a computer.
Feel free to visit my website for more music, both originals and arrangements.
I also help develop audio plug-ins and virtual instruments for Wave Arts and Camel Audio.
Rob, nice work. Ive just realized you play Stick. This is one of my favourite instruments. I've been a huge Levin fan for years. Wow. Listen if you feel inspired to try some Stick on any of my tracks let me know, I can send you the files. I have the fabulous Emmanuel Binet on most of my bas tracks and Del Palmer on one as well, but maybe a higher part?? Let me know, Love G and keep up the good work xoxoox
Hey Rob! Thanks so much for the kind words, they made me happeh! Haha! You've got some sick stuff here; it's great to listen to! Keep it up! Thanks again! :D
Hey Rob thanx for adding me!! I know ive told you this before but I am a Death Metal guy but man your music is just so warm sounding i Love It! One Cloud is something else thats a deep song! Keep on doing what your doing! Have a killer week!
Hi Rob Martino, thanks for accepting my friend request. I appreciate the opportunity to introduce You to the music of ALIEN SKIN.
If you enjoy the MySpace song previews, you can listen to DON’T OPEN TILL DOOMSDAY by visiting my band-website … AND while you’re there, help yourself to the selection of free downloads!
The time is here! Our second single 'Beautiful Illusion' will be released on July 1st! Make sure to get it, you won't want to miss out. Also, don't forget to sign up for our mailing list so we can keep you updated on all the news and releases!
THX FOR THE ADD! TELL YOUR FRIENDS ... WE'RE HERE...AND THEY'RE BACK! "Thanks For Nothing!"to be released soon! http://www.myspace.com/madhousedetroitfansite
Hey Rob Martino! Just want to stop by to say thanks for being friends! Keep me in mind if you need any mastering done. All of the info is on my page and feel free to email me anytime. Only $25 per song and $100 for an EP, mix-tape, or full CD! Thanks!! Jim Wavelength MD
come to our show today at fatty j's. i think you'll dig it. and we'll be playing with some really cool acts. music starts at 930. hope to see you there.
Hello Rob, Thank you for adding me among your friends. I am delighted to have your great music and talents to display on my page. Have a fantastic week my friend. Cheers, Maricet
Thanks for the add, I was very impressed with your rendition of "One Brown Mouse" on Youtube so I had to find out who you are. I am a huge Tull fan, and you managed to really capture the heart of that song. Now the challenge is to find and hear more of your Tull arrangements. Keep up the great work...
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