• “Prof. Brooks, was a wonderful, talented and hard-working Doctoral student with me at the U of Illinois and continues to have success upon success as an educator and performer.”

    Prof. Chip McNeill, Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • "Robert Brooks represents the highest degree of professionalism in our field. In everything that he does--whether it is as a teacher, a saxophonist, and especially as a woodwind specialist, his work is always superlative."

    Dr. Jordan VanHemert, Director of Jazz Studies at Northeastern Oklahoma State University

  • “Dr. Robert Brooks is a gift to students and audiences alike, bridging the gap between the classroom and the stage.”

    Dr. Reginald Chapman, NYC based musician

  • “Dr. Robert Brooks is always willing to share his knowledge and expertise with others, and he is always looking for new ways to challenge and inspire his musicians and brings his unique style and energy to the music. I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with Dr. Brooks, and I look forward to the future.”

    Dr. Jose Guzman, Chicago based musician

  • “I have played several shows with Robert in the past couple of years and he has been amazing to play reeds with. He plays masterfully and is always concerned about being the best ensemble player he possibly can. I can’t wait to play another show together!”

    Dr. Melanie Richards, Columbus based musician

  • “Working alongside Dr. Robert Brooks has been a wonderful experience as I enjoyed seeing him interact with his students at Ohio State University, as his expertise in music education and his unwavering passion for the art form have transformed everyone surrounding him into a more skilled performer, educator, and musician. As a colleague, his guidance and collaboration have nurtured a harmonious environment where creativity thrives and musical boundaries are shattered.”

    Dr. Reginald Lewis, Director of Jazz Studies at Illinois Wesleyan University

  • Robert Brooks is the kind of jazz educator we need today. He's a player who can also teach, which is a rare combination.  His students are very lucky to have him and I'm sure he will bring much love of jazz to Ohio State and the Columbus community.

    Glenn Wilson, New York Based Musician and Educator