Dr. Robert Fant is a prolific hornist, teacher, and composer who brings a world perspective to his work. In addition to his teaching career, Robert is a KHS XO Artist and Education Specialist. Dr. Fant is currently the horn faculty for Rocky Ridge Music Center and Associate Professor at CUHK-Shenzhen Conservatory. Previous positions include Visiting Professor of Horn at TN Tech University School of Music, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis, Assistant Professor of Horn at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Professor of Horn at MidWestern State University in Texas, and visiting scholar, teaching, guest, or assistant positions at the Royal Northern College of Music (ABRSM Visiting Scholar), University of Wisconsin, and the College Conservatory of Music –University of Cincinnati. He has regularly maintained a studio of private students during his performance career and strives to always inspire students to reach their goals. He has guided students to further study programs, full-time employment in performing ensembles, and increased their joy of horn and music. Early development of horn players is a particular education goal. For example, while in Texas he maintained a large studio of private students in Texas and had multiple “All-Staters” in the competitive state audition system at all levels from 7th to 12th grade. Robert spends most summers teaching children in India and performing around the country for a charity. In the Summer of 2019 after India, Robert traveled to Europe to perform the premiere of "Variations" at the 51st conference of the International Horn Society as a guest artist. During the conference Robert was a member of the Guinness Book of World Records largest horn choir record. 2019 also saw Robert performing as a guest artist and judging competitions at several of the regional horn workshops around the United States. Robert’s performance in the United States, Asia, South America, and Europe has led to positions in orchestras, recitals, recording, and solo work. Previously he has held the position of principal horn with the London Mozart Orchestra, Atlantic Classical Orchestra, Teatro Municipal de Santiago, Guiyang Symphony, and section positions with the Philharmonie der Nationes (Berlin), Auckland Philharmonia, Verbier Orchestra, and the Symphony Orchestra of India. This work has been in conjunction with playing as guest or extra with orchestras such as The Halle, BBC Philharmonic, National Center for the Performing Arts, Boston Pops, IRIS, San Antonio Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, Dallas Wind Symphony, Alabama Symphony, Spokane Symphony, Memphis Symphony, Arkansas Symphony, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Portland Symphony, Royal Ballet (UK), Opera North (UK), Bavarian Orchestra (Germany), and an apprenticeship with the Vienna Philharmonic (Attergau academy apprentice) under Wolfgang Tombock. These experiences have led to collaborations with great conductors, soloists, artists, and an admiration of how music can change the world.
Robert is currently an in-demand hornist performing across the world regularly with ensembles, presenting recitals, and master classes. Recent projects have included several film/TV series recordings (Apple, Netflix), recording with the Dallas Winds, performance and touring with Symphony Orchestra of India, solo performances and masterclasses across the USA and internationally.
Robert has maintained a regular schedule as a recitalist, soloist, and chamber musician. Recent awards include the first prize winner of the Classical Music Award, second place for the American Prize, and a winner of Charleston International Competition. Robert is a former finalist (and the only hornist to that point) for the Gold Medal Competition, finalist of the Haverhill International Soloist Competition, Carnegie Hall ACJW Fellowship, WAMSO competition, and the ASTRAL competition. Recent recital engagements include the Steinway Artist series, Wigmore Hall concert series, and the Aspen Music Festival Recital series. In 2024 he will make his Carnegie Hall solo recitalist debut, guest artist at Thailand International Brass Symposium, and be the guest artist at Pineywoods. He can be found on recordings with Deutsche Gramophone, NAXOS, BBC Radio, BBC TV, REAL TV, Medici Records, University of Michigan Records, Reference Recordings, Klavier Records, and NPR Radio. He has been a part of winning 4 GRAMMYS and a Lesser Foundation Award. He is also the only horn on the SONY Film “The Tattooist” and was multi tracked to create the score. Robert can be heard regularly on TikTok, Apple TV, Netflix and more. He has performed as a soloist with several orchestras and premiered many works. Highlights include solo performances with North State Symphony, Denton Orchestra, National Orchestra, North England Institute Orchestra, and chamber premieres at Wigmore and with Eric Ewazen in the USA.
In addition to his teaching Robert is heavily involved with various charities. He has served on location throughout India and other regions at shelters for abused women, orphans, and more. He has worked with other organizations in North America, South America, Europe, and across Asia. While some of these were music related activities he has be involved in extensive non music related charity work. Trying to help others in addition to his students is a mission he is passionate about.
Robert’s BM is from the University of Michigan, MM from College Conservatory of Music, Diploma from New England Conservatory, and DMA from the University of Wisconsin. He has had the privilege to study and seek out many mentors and pedagogues; including Randy Gardner, Froydis Ree Wekre, Michael Hatfield, Jerome Ashby, Kendall Betts, Lowell Greer, Myron Bloom, Michael Hoetzel, Chris Leuba, Denny Behm, and Louis Stout. His current passion is to pass his experiences from across the world to his own studio in the university setting.
Robert is an KHS Artist, Clinician, and Education Specialist.
Robert is happy to provide references and/or testimonials upon request.
Robert is currently an in-demand hornist performing across the world regularly with ensembles, presenting recitals, and master classes. Recent projects have included several film/TV series recordings (Apple, Netflix), recording with the Dallas Winds, performance and touring with Symphony Orchestra of India, solo performances and masterclasses across the USA and internationally.
Robert has maintained a regular schedule as a recitalist, soloist, and chamber musician. Recent awards include the first prize winner of the Classical Music Award, second place for the American Prize, and a winner of Charleston International Competition. Robert is a former finalist (and the only hornist to that point) for the Gold Medal Competition, finalist of the Haverhill International Soloist Competition, Carnegie Hall ACJW Fellowship, WAMSO competition, and the ASTRAL competition. Recent recital engagements include the Steinway Artist series, Wigmore Hall concert series, and the Aspen Music Festival Recital series. In 2024 he will make his Carnegie Hall solo recitalist debut, guest artist at Thailand International Brass Symposium, and be the guest artist at Pineywoods. He can be found on recordings with Deutsche Gramophone, NAXOS, BBC Radio, BBC TV, REAL TV, Medici Records, University of Michigan Records, Reference Recordings, Klavier Records, and NPR Radio. He has been a part of winning 4 GRAMMYS and a Lesser Foundation Award. He is also the only horn on the SONY Film “The Tattooist” and was multi tracked to create the score. Robert can be heard regularly on TikTok, Apple TV, Netflix and more. He has performed as a soloist with several orchestras and premiered many works. Highlights include solo performances with North State Symphony, Denton Orchestra, National Orchestra, North England Institute Orchestra, and chamber premieres at Wigmore and with Eric Ewazen in the USA.
In addition to his teaching Robert is heavily involved with various charities. He has served on location throughout India and other regions at shelters for abused women, orphans, and more. He has worked with other organizations in North America, South America, Europe, and across Asia. While some of these were music related activities he has be involved in extensive non music related charity work. Trying to help others in addition to his students is a mission he is passionate about.
Robert’s BM is from the University of Michigan, MM from College Conservatory of Music, Diploma from New England Conservatory, and DMA from the University of Wisconsin. He has had the privilege to study and seek out many mentors and pedagogues; including Randy Gardner, Froydis Ree Wekre, Michael Hatfield, Jerome Ashby, Kendall Betts, Lowell Greer, Myron Bloom, Michael Hoetzel, Chris Leuba, Denny Behm, and Louis Stout. His current passion is to pass his experiences from across the world to his own studio in the university setting.
Robert is an KHS Artist, Clinician, and Education Specialist.
Robert is happy to provide references and/or testimonials upon request.