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Robert Keyes plays the Speakeasy

  • Karlo Estates Inc. 561 Danforth Road Prince Edward, ON, K0K 3L0 Canada (map)

🎸 **Meet Guitarist Robert Keyes!** 🎢

For decades, Robert has been meticulously honing his craft. Just like many aspiring musicians, it all began when he saw the **Beatles** on the **Ed Sullivan Show**! 🌟

But it wasn’t just guitarists that inspired him. The incredible voices of **Nat King Cole**, **Louis Armstrong**, **Edith Piaf**, and **Ella Fitzgerald** fueled his passion to dive deep into the magical world of music. 🎀✨

Thus began his lifelong study of the **4 elements** that make up this enchanting art form: **Melody**, **Harmony**, **Rhythm**, and **Tone**. These cornerstones shape every song Rob arranges, allowing him to put his unique stamp on each tune he plays. πŸŽ΅πŸ’–

With private lessons from **Howard Morgan** in NYC and **Peter Harris** in Toronto, he has truly blossomed as a musician. 🌍

In **2013**, Keyes moved to **PEC**, after a decade by the beautiful shores of **Chesapeake Bay** in Virginia. Here, he’s carved out a unique niche with his solo instrumental style, giving him the freedom to shift gears musically on the spot! 🎸✨

In Virginia, Rob had the privilege of performing with big city jazz artists, as well as sharing the stage with legends like **Lyle Lovett** and **Sir John McVie** of **Fleetwood Mac** fame. 🌟🎀

Now in Canada, he has collaborated with renowned artists like **Holly Cole**, **Guido Basso**, and **Hagood Hardy**. Currently, he’s working on an exciting project with the late rockabilly legend **Ronnie Hawkins’** daughter, **Leah**. 🎢❀️

On any given night, you might hear Rob explore everything from **Classical** to **Contemporary**, with many stops in between. He tailors his music to his audience, never locked into a predetermined setlist. πŸŽ΅πŸŽ‰

Join Robert Keyes on this incredible musical journey! 🎸✨

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