Robert R. Roden composer
He was the only child of Betty Lee and Robert R. Roden. He grew up in Taylor Mill and graduated from Simon Kenton High School in 1967. He studied music at the University of Kentucky, Louisiana State University and the University of North Texas.
Along with the tenor sax, he played the flute, clarinet and piano. He was also a composer and music arranger.
During his career, Mr. Roden performed with artists including, BB King, Bonnie Rait, Dr. John, Earl King, Charlie Musselwhite and Robert Cray. He traveled internationally, performing in Europe, Canada and became a fixture in the blues scene in the Pacific northwest.
Along with the tenor sax, he played the flute, clarinet and piano. He was also a composer and music arranger.
During his career, Mr. Roden performed with artists including, BB King, Bonnie Rait, Dr. John, Earl King, Charlie Musselwhite and Robert Cray. He traveled internationally, performing in Europe, Canada and became a fixture in the blues scene in the Pacific northwest.
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