Kevin Robles

Kevin Alexander Robles (b. 2002) is a rising Hispanic composer and percussionist from Baker, FL. A graduate of Troy University, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Industry with a minor in Fine and Performing Arts. Throughout his academic journey, Kevin has cultivated a diverse compositional style, with particular expertise in large ensembles, chamber music, and percussion. Since embarking on his composition career in 2020, Kevin has earned recognition as a finalist in various composition competitions, including the 2022 Young Composers Competition hosted by the Alabama Music Educators Association (AMEA). Kevin’s compositions have been published by respected publishers such as Tapspace Publications, Wildlight Publications, C. Alan Publications, and his own company, Kevin Robles Music Company. His works span a variety of genres and settings, from intimate chamber groups to large-scale wind and orchestra ensembles.

As a performer, he has had the privilege of playing with several professional ensembles, including the Troy University Symphony Band and the PASIC award-winning Troy University Percussion Ensemble. Kevin’s chamber and solo repertoire features pieces by Gordon Stout, Kevin Bobo, Michael Calamas, Steve Reich, and others. Kevin’s performance/composition training includes guidance from notable mentors such as Dr. T. Adam Blackstock, Dr. Traci Mendel, Mr. Robert W. Smith, Mr. Tyler Arcari, and Mr. Robert Clayson. He draws inspiration from a wide range of composers, including John Williams, Dmitri Shostakovich, Julie Giroux, Jerry Goldsmith, Eric Whitacre, John Mackey, and many others.

In addition to those mentioned above, Kevin has had the opportunity to be mentored by music industry professionals David Shipps, Kris Crunk, Paul Nelson, and Sammy Sanfilippo in Nashville, TN. A dedicated member of the music community, he is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), the Percussive Arts Society (PAS), and Phi Boota roota, the National Percussion Fraternity.