Manuel Robles
Manuel Robles
"The power of nature is what all art strives to be. The more we can get in tune with the harmony of the planet, the more our art can benefit from that relationship." ~ Rick Rubin
Hola!
I've been a musician and producer for over 10 years. Started my journey in Venezuela by playing a right-handed guitar as a left-handed player... needless to say that didn't work out very well! After a kind soul inverted the strings of my classical guitar and I was able to properly play the instrument, I was hooked from that moment forward, and my love for the instrument blossomed
I have been a guitarist for a long time and have had the luxury to play internationally in Venezuela and across the US. I have played in multiple bands from modern and classic Rock, to Jazz and classical ensembles in academia. Asides from my guitar endeavors, I also focus on Classical music composition, and EDM production! You could say I am all over the place. I have been composing for over 7 years, and producing for over 5 years in my career. Some of the styles I specialize in include:
- Blues
- Jazz
- Classical
- Rock
- Progressive Techno
I am extremely driven and passionate in all I do, I believe in the power of communicating clearly in relationships, and the power of music and I am happy to be your personal sales engineer and have the luxury to help you in your journey as a musician of any kind!
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 3789
E-mail Manuel-
Education/Certifications:
- BA, Music Theory and Composition from the University of Florida
- Minor in Entrepreneurship from the University of Florida
- Technology of Music Production from Berklee
- Dante Level 1 from Audinate -
Where are you from originally?
I was born in a very small town called Guacara, in Venezuela, but lived most of my life until I was 17 in Valencia
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Foreign languages:
Spanish (I guess English would be my foreign language if anything lol)
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Technical strengths:
- Electric Guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Guitar Pedals
- Amplifiers
- DAW
- VST
- Electronic Music Production
- Engraving and Scoring -
Favorite music-related website:
Sweetwater
Sound On Sound
Consequence of Sound
Spotify
Gearspace -
Instruments you play:
Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Keys, Percussion, DAW, Vocals, Bass Guitar
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Family info:
I am married to my beautiful wife Michaela, who is at least x10 smarter than me. Truly blessed to count with her as my life companion. We also have a fat cat named Whittums, she is a sassy brat but we love her. I also have a Ball Python named Layla, she is pretty chill.
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I love cooking! I am pretty much the "chef" in my family and cook meals for me and my wife in the regular. Anything from Hispanic food, to Italian and East Asian. I also love being a host and cook for friends and family.
I am a fan of Horror movies and literature and watch horror movies in the regular. I also like to read Manga and Watch Anime since I grew up with it, and love to talk to others who also enjoy it! -
Personal motto:
"Use Love as a Bridge"
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Guilty pleasure of choice:
A full pint of Ben & Jerry's Half Baked or Cherry Garcia... Have to limit myself because I am fully capable of eating 2 of those in one sitting
