COmposition
It all begins with an idea.
BACKGROUND
Kevin Robles Music Co. started with composition. Before anything else, I began composing in December of 2020. It sparked something within me that I had never felt before, and from that moment on I began chasing this path. In just six short years, and under the guidance of Dr. Traci Mendel, Mr. Robert W. Smith, Mr. Robert Clayson, and Dr. Mark Volker, I have been fortunate enough to experience some incredible moments in composition. Feel free to view them below.
Percussion
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Composed in 2024, this work was designed for a medium-advanced percussion duet, making it an ideal choice for high school musicians eager to elevate their skills. It also serves as an excellent repertoire selection for college students seeking dynamic, energetic pieces for their programs.
Performers: Jacob Ammons and Josh DeRouen
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Percussion writing is the art of creating music specifically for percussion instruments, balancing technical challenges, timbral variety, and rhythmic complexity. It involves understanding the unique qualities of each instrument and how they interact. As a percussionist, I can help you create engaging, rhythmically compelling pieces that highlight the full range of percussive sound. By tailoring the writing to the skill level of the performers, I ensure the music is both technically accessible and artistically impactful.
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PASIC 2024; UNA Percussion Ensemble
Jacob Ammons in Recital
Caitlin Chavers in Senior Recital
Dr. T Adam Blackstock
Troy University Summer Leadership Camp (2023 and 2024)
Large Ensemble
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Composed in 2022, this piece was made for a Grade 4 Wind Ensemble making it an ideal choice for high school bands eager to jump into the next level. That being said, it also works great for college/professional ensembles and was actually premiered by a college band.
Performing Ensemble: The Troy University Symphonic Band. Under the direction of the President of RWS Music, Mrs. Susan Smith.
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Writing for large ensembles is all about bringing together different instruments in a way that creates a balanced, cohesive sound. It’s not just about writing cool parts—it’s about knowing how each section, like strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, work together and support each other. As someone who’s spent a lot of time composing and listening to larger groups, I can help you craft pieces that really make the most of your ensemble. I’ll also make sure the music is tailored to your groups need, so that it’s both challenging and fun to play, while still giving the audience something memorable to hear.
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2022 AMEA Young Composers Competition Awards
Dr. Charles Maguire and the Desert Winds/Making Music Matter Foundation/Keys Conservatory
Dr. Mark Walker and the Troy University Symphony Band
Dr. T. Adam Blackstock and the Brantley High School Band
Stuart Campbell and the Baker High School Band
CHamber ensemble/SOLO
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Composed in 2023, this piece was made for a college level Saxophone Quartet. What originally was supposed to be a Marimba Quartet, turned into a fun wind project. This piece premiered in 2023 after being selected in the Enterprise Community College Young Composers Competition.
Performing Ensemble: Wyatt Anderson, Reagan Simmons, Austin Horne, and Jackson Penso
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Writing for chamber is all about finding that perfect balance between individuals and the group as a whole. Each instrument has a unique role, and it’s about creating music that allows each voice to stand out while still blending in with the others. With experience composing for small groups, I can help you create pieces that make the most of the intimate setting, giving each player something meaningful to contribute. I have worked with all sorts of combinations and am willing to take on any challenge.
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Argos Percussion Quartet
Hashtag Swing
2023 Enterprise Composer Competition, Waltz of the Jester
Clarion Clarinet Quartet
Mia Sanchez in Senior Recital
Troy University Clarinet Ensemble