Robert Rodriguez Rospide, a.k.a. Rob Rodriguez, is is an acclaimed pianist, film composer and score producer renowned for his evocative and innovative musical scores that enhance the emotional depth and narrative impact of films. Rob has established himself as a versatile artist capable of traversing various musical genres and styles to suit the diverse storytelling needs of the film industry.
Rob began to tour the world at the age of 22 as an instrumentalist with virtuoso trumpeter Arturo Sandoval which culminated in many recordings including the score to HBO’s “For Love or Country” starring Andy Garcia and an album produced by Quincy Jones, Emilio Estefan “Trumpet Evolution”. He then continued to NYC to perform, record compose and or perform for many legends including percussionist Ray Barretto and drummer Roy Haynes, Saxophonist David Sanchez, Joe Locke, Paquito D’Rivera, Christian Mcbride, Richard Bona, Caribbean Jazz Project and many others.
Rob has received commissions and awards from ASCAP, Chamber Music of America and New York Foundation for the Arts and in 2015 He was nominated for a Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Album alongside his brother Mike Rodriguez for their album Impromptu, The Rodriguez Brothers. In 2017 he served on the Faculty at Berklee school of Music and worked in directing ensembles and composition classes alongside Terence Blanchard and his program.
Rob’s career in film took off when he composed the score for his first independent film Imprisoned, which received critical acclaim and opened doors to more significant opportunities in the industry. His ability to craft memorable and emotionally resonant scores quickly caught the attention of directors and producers.
Over the years, Rob has worked on a divers array of films, ranging from intimate indie projects to action and romantic comedies. His notable works include:
Composer of "Imprisoned" (2018): Starring Laurence Fishburne, Edward James Almos and Esai Morales.
Composer of "Piel Canela" (2019): A piano and orchestral score for a historical drama that was praised for its grandiosity and emotional depth.
Composer of "Divorce Bait" (2020): A rhythmic score with lighter orchestral elements that highlighted the films comedic Latin-American based story
Composer of "Townhouse Confidential" (2021): vibrant and whimsical themes that dance through the heart of the story, capturing the essence of romance and the light-hearted charm of comedic moments
Score Producer and additional song composer of “Broken Bird” (2023) collaborated in development of the high concept of the score which encapsulates the storys heavy pyscological horror. Wrote, performed and produced additional songs in stylistic generes contrapunel to the horror films genre.
Score Producer of “Follow Me” (2022) Starring Connie Neilson, produced a dynamic and atmospheric score that showcased the composers talent for creating tension and suspense, Pushing the boundaries and blurring the lines between relationships to reveal that money, secrets and deception is a deadly mix
Score Producer and Additional music composer for “Switch and Bait” (2024) A highly anticipated action buddy film led by a female driven lens.
“Verified Target” (2024) An innovative blend of electronic and acoustic element and Jazz that highlighted his versatility and ability to adapt to different cinematic styles.
Rob has served as head of music for Catalyst Studios overseeing all the music, music supervision and composers, interfacing with the needs of 6 feature films. His music is characterized by its emotional richness, intricate orchestrations, and the seamless integration of traditional and modern elements. His scores often feature lush string arrangements, powerful brass sections, and subtle electronic textures, creating a soundscape that is both timeless and contemporary.