User:Roberto David

Jazz singer/Saxophonist Rob David born to a musical heritage in 1961. Grandfather Elmero David Sr. hosted his own radio show in Hawaii in the late 1920's and early 30's. A gifted guitarist specializing the slide guitar.DIed at the age of 28 in New Orleans 1935 where he enjoyed regional success. His secon son, Mauricio David enjoyed success a a recording artist, as well as, touring the Louisiana and Southwest area of the U.S., he enjoyed popularity with two single releases on the Flame Record label in the mid 1950's. Mauricio co-wrote and recorded "Make My Dreams Come True" and "It Must Be Love". The eldest son of Elmero David, His namesake, Elmero David Jr. had four children, the youngest, Roberto, was the next generation of David to pursue his musical dream. Born to a military father and german mother(Gisela) at Ft. Campbell Ky., Rob exibited an early interest in music. This love of music led him to the Saxophone at the age of 12, he began a musical journey that continues today. His early influences were his Uncle Mauricio and Mercy Yrabedra, his mentor, role model and Teacher. Ms.Yrabedra would be the only music teacher Roberto would have throughout Jr. High School and High School. Musically he hit his stride at the age of 15, becoming Lead Alto Saxophonist in the Clarksville HS Jazz Band. Gold Medal winner at the Middle Tennessee Band and Orchestra Association Competition, All State Lazz Band, Concert Band First Chair. He began performing in Nashville Tn working several seasoned musicians. Rob garnered one of the prestigious call slots. Always a great reader, Rob recieved opportunities to record and perform with several of Nashville's leading artists, including sessions for Reba McIntire,Ronnie Milsap, and Vince Gill. Maintaining his Jazz roots was always important, while earning a living as a recording musician, he also pursued jazz by performing at the Vanderbilt Jazz festival, Rochester Jazz Fest, Malibu jazz series, Frankfort Jazz Concert series, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival. A dual threat, an adept singer, reminds one of Mel Torme. Compared to the legendary Frank Sinatra, his vocal phrasing is impecable. Continuing in his third decade of musical excellence, watch for Roberto David for the best of Jazz.