About Robert AX Adams, Jr
Berklee College of Music educated, singer, songwriter and guitarist, Robert AX Adams, Jr is named one of the best guitarists in the world by music legend Lee Ritenour. He is a 2018 Six-String Theory Global Music Competition top five finalist in the Rhythm/Accompaniment category and is celebrating over 45 Years as a professional musician, and 20 years as an instructor. Raised in the Washington, DC area, Robert has shared the stage with Gospel sensations, John P. Kee and Gideon Band, and R&B artists Mavis Staples, Sister Sledge, Lalah Hathaway, Jody Watley and Pieces of a Dream. He is most proud of his close friendship and collaborations with the late Aaron Spears, former drummer and Music Director for artist Usher, and hit show “The Masked Singer”.
Robert loves helping students feel like a STAR from the first lesson. He created the STAR Method to connect with students of all ages and abilities:
Robert uses STAR to:
S. Start with music students love and get students to play their favorite artists instantly
T. Teach around a tune and teach theory using tunes students love
A. Act like Artists your age! Showcase artists and musical influencers in the age range/stage of life of the student for inspiration and a more passionate connection to learning
R. Repeat and remix! Reinforce theory through repetition and multiple genres/forms of inspiration to make the concepts fun to retain
He wholeheartedly believes that music is the essence of life and wants all to experience its transformational and healing power. His mission is “LOVE AND HEAL ALL THROUGH MUSIC”!
Fun Fact: As a teenager, Robert was a Michael Jackson impersonator and tribute artist for military bases in the Philippines, and was fired for actually sounding and dancing too much like Michael!
Fun Fact: Robert is a Prince, MJ and Hendrix fanatic! He hopes to create a podcast about all things FUNK… continuing the legacy of this genre for many generations!
