Rob Van Niel
Rob Van Niel
Solo Fingerstyle Instrumental Acoustic Guitar
4
songs
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The Boxer
The Boxer
My solo arrangement of the Simon and Garfunkel tune.
Independent artist Rob Van Niel drops "The Boxer", an Acoustic Guitar track on SoundClick. Featuring acoustic, fingerstyle and finger picking, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. This track holds its own in the acoustic guitar landscape — a confident, well-executed piece. Producers and creators can get a royalty-free Creative Commons license for "The Boxer" — the standardized, legally-sound way to grant permissions.
Maple Leaf Rag
Maple Leaf Rag
A duet arrangement of Scott Joplin's classic rag
"Maple Leaf Rag" by Rob Van Niel is an Acoustic Guitar production available on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by acoustic, fingerstyle and finger picking, giving the song its signature feel. An acoustic guitar track built for repeat listens — it reveals more with each play. SoundClick gives artists like Rob Van Niel a platform to share original Acoustic Guitar music with listeners around the world. Get this track as a free download.
Daniel (demo)
Daniel (demo)
My fingerstyle arrangement of the Elton John classic.
"Daniel (demo)" is an Acoustic Guitar track by Rob Van Niel on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by acoustic, fingerstyle and finger picking, giving the song its signature feel. For fans of acoustic guitar, this one is worth the listen. Explore the full Rob Van Niel catalog on SoundClick and discover more Acoustic Guitar music from independent creators. This song is available as free download.
Ode To A Pelican
Ode To A Pelican
Simple chord progression with some harmonized guitar parts added.
SoundClick artist Rob Van Niel presents "Ode To A Pelican", an outstanding release in the Acoustic Guitar genre. Featuring acoustic, fingerstyle and finger picking, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. "Ode To A Pelican" can be used royalty-free with a Creative Commons license, making it freely accessible for sync, content, and creative projects.
Just me, a band of one. Solo fingerstyle instrumental acoustic guitarist. I love to play ragtime but recently started to do my own fingerpicking arrangements of pop/rock tunes. I seem to have a knack for coming up with melodic arrangements of popular songs that kind of sound like the originals sans vocals.
Band/artist history
Classically trained violinist turned guitarist. I've been playing since age 17, about 30 years. For the first 20 years though, I was primarily playing electric guitar. It's only in the past few years that I've turned my attention to fingerstyle acoustic guitar.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
I play occasional local open mics, but I also play live over the internet using Paltalk and Second Life. "Virtual" performances are a good way to rehearse for live shows. On Paltalk, I use the nickname troubadour44 and I can be found in the live music rooms. On Second Life, my name is Picker Apogee and I have regular gigs every week. Look for me! ;-)
Your musical influences
For the past ten years: Stefan Grossman, Ton Van Bergeyk, Dick Fegy, John James, Lasse Johansson, Eric Schoenberg, Ton Engels, Dale Miller
Before that: Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix, progressive rock
What equipment do you use?
2004 Martin OM28V guitar with K&K quantum trinity system, 2000 Lakewood M54 guitar with K&K quantum trinity system, Ultrasound 100DS2 amp, Behringer Eurorack MX 802A mixer, M-Audio Audio Buddy Mic Preamp, MXL 991 and Oktava MK-012-01 condenser microphones, Planet Waves NS, Shubb and occasionally use Kyser capos, Martin Fingerstyle SP Lights.
Anything else?
Thanks for reading AND listening! Feel free to comment on my music. I'd love to hear what you think.
Contact
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Comments (7)
Thanks Lynda! Very kind of you to say!
Rob
Rob.....love your Ode to a Pelican.....can't wait to hear "more" of your music!!!! You are amazing!!!! Thanks for what you do so well!!
Rob, I was just introduced to your music by Purple Haze and you are an amazing talent! Sooooooo LOVE your style. Keep it coming!
Thanks, slacker g! I appreciate the positive feedback. I will be adding more tunes here in the future.
Rob,
I liked Maple Leaf Rag. Nice to hear more finger pickers on here. I'll have to keep checking back to see if you have posted any more.
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