ROBERT-GULLOTTI-Obituary

ROBERT KENNETH GULLOTTI

Waltham, Massachusetts

1949 - 2020

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GULLOTTI, Robert Kenneth Lifelong Waltham resident, acclaimed musician and educator, Bob Gullotti, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully Saturday, January 25th, 2020, at the age of 70, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 28, 1949 in Waltham, MA, son of the late Anthony...

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Bob will be missed. Saw him play numerous times beginning at Michael's Pub and moving forward. God bless his musical soul. Fellow drummer, who once played with Bob's colleague, George Garzone, at a Berklee concert, Gordon M. Hahn

I saw Mr Gulotti play at Michael's Pub with The Fringe in the 1970s and through the years at other venues. A powerhouse, very sad to see is gone. He will be missed.

My condolences to Russ and Steve and their extended family regarding the loss of their brother, I learned of Bobby's passing through my brother Bob here in Waltham. I wish I could of reached out to you personally, but learned after the fact, Please know I am thinking of you both at this difficult time.
Sandy Martin from NC, formerly of Waltham.

Bob, you were the most serene, yet intense drummer I've ver known. I've exhausted myself trying to keep up as I watched you play on so many occasions. You have left many students that now have the chops and discipline to carry on your legacy, and I hope they do.

Bob you will be missed for you fabulous musicianship and great energy.
A truly wonderful human being, thanks for all you did to make life richer and more beautiful !

Newcomer to the Fringe in the past year, I immediately fell in love with both the band and with Bobby's drumming. It is the most unified, expansive, and inclusive sound I have ever heard in percussion: "I play the trio as one" -B.K.G. Says it all --about his sound. But Bobby's kindness is what I will remember most: his awareness of both the best and worst in people and his reaching out with kindness when needed. In my heart forever. And I believe I am in the company of most who have known...

Bob had more of an impact on my playing than any other musician I have ever known. Of course he will be missed, but his spirit will live on through the music he created and the lessons he taught. R.I.P.