Robert Sibony

Percussionist/String Arrangments/Composer

Robert Sibony is a percussionist who excels in a wide array of musical styles. Sibony quickly recognized his love of music and found himself doing studio sessions at the early age of 15. Two years later he was on his first tour. Driven, flexible and creative, Sibony has since become a prolific talent in the music industry. Over the years, he has shared the stage and studio with internationally acclaimed artists Sean Lennon, Esthero (Levi’s sponsored US Canadian and European tours), Kush, Liberty Silver, Max Webster (with original members), Selloane (On Broadway with Lion king), Mump & Smoot, Billy Newton Davis (The Nylons, 2008 Juno winner), Kenny Rogers Jr., , Thomas Wade (Country Music Artist Song Writer for Celine Dion), The Second City House Band and Banda DA (EMI brazil).It was not long before Sibony was back out on tour, (North/South American and European), sharing bills with the likes of Alanis Morrisette, Garbage, Herbie Hancock, Zap Mama, Martinho da Vila, Oscar Peterson, Michael Bublé, Chemical Brothers, Moby, Roy Ayers, Dr.Hook and Our Lady Peace to name a few.
Highlight of PerformancesToronto:The Air Canada CentreRoy Thompson HallL.A.:The Roxy TheatreWhiskey a gogo TroubadourThe Viper RoomNew York:Central Park Summer Concert Series Iridum Jazz ClubFillmore@Irving PlazaSan Francisco: Fillmore’sChicago:House of BluesDouble DoorDetroit:The State TheatreBerlin: KesselhausParis:Cafe de la Danse
Aside from being a percussionist, Sibony is an String Arranger /Composer.
He won a scholarship to attend Interprovincial Music Camp (IMC) where he played percussion with the IMC symphony at Ontario Place conducted by Andrew Davis (principal conductor with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra).Sibony also attended the Summer Jazz Program at the University of Columbus, Ohio, where he studied diligently under teachers Ed Soph and Bob Breitaupt. His impressive skill, hard work and strong reputation later awarded him a Grant, where he then trained at Drummers Collective in New York City with Alex Acuna, Daduka Da Fonseca, and Kim Plainfield. Sibony also studied with Joe Bonadio(Sting,Rosanne Cash)Jim Blackly (renowned Jazz teacher), Dennis Chambers, Terry Clarke, Rick Gratton, Memo Acevedo. When on tour in North/South American and European Robert found himself sharing bills with the likes of Alanis Morrisette, Garbage, Herbie Hancock, Zap Mama, Martinho da Vila, Oscar Peterson, Michael Bublé, Chemical Brothers, Moby, Roy Ayers, Dr.Hook and Our Lady Peace to name a few. He has contributed with Disney, Coca Cola, Bell Canada, Mercedes Benz and Nike. Sibony’s comprehensive work with record labels Sony, Arista, EMI, Warner and Atlantic and his contributions on television networks such as MTV, Much Music, NBC, CTV, The NHL, YTV, CBC, The Global Television Network and The Discovery Channel. A well-rounded musician and artist, Sibony’s enthusiasm, spark and unyielding drive has put him in a category above mediocrity, where the depth of his musical style and inherent skills of the trade will continue to deliver powerful and impressive results in future musical and artistic pursuits.
He appeared in a number of sponsored and accredited events, including HBO's “The Chris Rock Show”, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, MTV and Much Music. Sibony’s many accomplished performances drew attention from a number of Industry companies and was generously endorsed by Yamaha, Rim Shot Drum Sticks, and Sabian Cymbals. For Yamaha’s Drums 40th anniversary concert he was invited to perform on Drum Set alongside Ndugu Chancler (Miles Davis, George Duke and Michael Jackson) who played Congas.While earning a respected and diversified position in the industry, Sibony accepted invitations to a number of acclaimed institutions in North America.
International FestivalsToronto:Pepsi Taste TourSummersault Canadian Tour Edgefest Canadian Tourdu Maurier Jazz FestivalBeaches International Jazz FestivalAfrica:Festival da Musica Baia das GatasBrazil:Musica Para um NovoPalm Springs:Coachella FestivalMiami:URB Village at Remix Hotel Concert Sony Music Conference ConcertLos Angeles:Warner Brothers Records X-Mas Party (Hosted By David Foster)

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  • Drum Clinic With Gary McCracken(Max Webster)
    With Will Lee (David Letterman Show)At Neil Peart presents Buddy Rich Memorial ConcertLocation: New York
    With Carmin Appice At Neil Peart presents Buddy Rich Memorial Concert Location:New York
    Drum Clinic with JR Robinson(Michael Jackson/Lady Gaga) " Yamaha Drums" 40th anniversary
  • Phase one Studio Drum set SessionLocation:Toronto
    With Ndugu Chancler (Miles Davis, George Duke and Michael Jackson) " Yamaha Drums" 40th anniversary
    With Neil Peart /Terry Bozio/Chat SmithPrivate Dinner Location: New York SOHO
    With Kenny Aronoff( Smashing Pumpkins/John Mellencamp) Juno After PartyLocation: Toronto

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robertsibony@gmail.com
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