“Composers will have a champion in you.”
-Judy Eissenberg, Lydian Quartet

Robert Grant Bruce is a Boston-based violist whose work explores various styles and genres within the musical spectrum, while also looking for ways to move beyond the stereotype of a "classical musician." 

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Robert performs as a violist in various settings ranging from traditional orchestras and chamber ensembles to recording film scores, premiering new works, and participating in interdisciplinary collaborations. Robert's dedication to working outside the traditional western classical music canon is exemplified by his exploration of music by composers such as Osvaldo Golijov, David Bruce, Andrew Gretzinger, & Amber (Mofan) Dai.

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Robert is a member of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, led by world-renowned conductor Benjamin Zander. As a chamber musician at heart, he is also an active freelance, performing in various chamber groups around New England.

Prior to his professional career, Robert earned his Master of Music degree at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee after completing a Bachelor of Music at the same institution. Studying under the tutelage of Professor Rictor Noren, Robert was honored to be chosen as a finalist at both the 2023 and 2024 Boston Conservatory Chamber Competitions. Additionally, during the 2022-2023 school year Robert's quartet the "Hemenway Quartet" won the institution's honor ensemble competition. 

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In his free time, Robert enjoys cooking, making coffee, and spending time with his housemates.