This is a song I was commissioned to write for a grade 5 class of children that were graduating to middle-school. The song was performed entirely by the students including the piano accompaniment.

Precious Moments by Rob Fillo ©2022
Verse 1:
There are times that echo forever
Precious moments so bold and so true
You worry they’ll fade, but they'll never
Though this chapter is closing it’s true

Verse 2:
There are times when I might feel lonely
I’ll remember the days at my school
How the bruised knees and heartbreaks all mended
All the struggles I fought my way through

Verse 3:
And the friends, their love and our laughter
Like a tree I grew, how I grew
And the lessons I learned from my teachers
Who cared more than I really knew

Pre Chorus:
In this precious moment I thank you

Chorus:
Winding road lies ahead
When I’m dreaming in my bed
Let me drift back to the time I spent with you

Coda:
And the times that echo forever
Precious moments so bold and so true
In this grateful moment
In this special moment
In this precious moment I thank you

Chorus:
Winding road lies ahead
When I’m dreaming in my bed
Let me drift back to the time I spent with you

Coda:
And the times that echo forever
Precious moments so bold and so true

In this grateful moment
In this special moment
In this precious moment I thank you.

Choral Arrangement of Precious Moments by Rob Fillo (Performed By Elementary School Students)

This is a live off the floor demo of my original song:

What You Hold In Your Heart by Rob Fillo ©2023
Verse 1:
If we only knew these were the good old days
Before they left and fell away
Could we all slow down and let it all in
‘Cause life is short and bitter sweet
First you’re up in the clouds
Then your down on the street
Could we slow it all down and let it all in
Chorus:
I know you’ve got those bills to pay
For your house and your soul
But one day when it all goes away
All you’ll have is what you hold in your heart
All you’ll have is what you hold in your heart
Verse 2:
I can see you’re a lot like me
You got a mind for misery
You gotta slow it all down
Let the healing begin
Darkness comes you gotta let it go
Feel the spirit and let it grow
Then slow it all down
And let it all in
Chorus

What You Hold In Your Heart Demo

This is a beautiful and gentle track to guide you through the tumult of your mind to find a place of peace and the feeling of home. Written and performed by me, Rob Fillo. www.robfillo.com

Of Dreams And Madness Solo Piano

A heartfelt and intimate performance of this original sweet love song.

Im In Love With You Honey (Demo)

Rob Fillo’s music is medicine for the soul with its ability to evoke emotion and create a sense of connection, providing peace and hope in a world that can often be chaotic and overwhelming. Fans are drawn to his honest, cerebral and vulnerable lyrics while being captivated by his soulful melodies, subtly unique rhythms and passionate delivery. Rob holds his own as a powerhouse solo artist, often sharing billings on festival stages with larger groups, his mesmerizing voice and originality win the crowds attention with no gimmicks, no cheap thrills, no loopers, no special effects. He is boldly raw and authentic with a magical way of manipulating space and time to create special moments that change our perspective, allowing us to see more of the everyday beauty that surrounds us.

It is difficult to directly compare Rob Fillo’s music to other artists as it seems to contain aspects of many, but imitations of none: Jeff Buckley’s passion for subtle innovation and dynamic vocals, Townes Van Zandt’s blend of cerebral yet straightforward lyrics and intricate finger-picking, and Tom Wait’s courage to write and produce a song in his own unique way. Rob has also taken cues from his favourites including Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Scott Walker, Daft Punk, Vera Lynn, Ella & Louis, Willie Nelson, Tom Yorke, Johnny Cash and so many more.

Fillo emanates love and a passion for existence in every note. He has a deep sense of meaning and responsibility when it comes to creating music and it’s very evident with every word he sings from his dynamic and diligently trained vocal cords. He has spent half a lifetime mastering the craft of songwriting while continuously growing his unique, self-taught, intuitive musical stylings on multiple instruments. Rob Fillo is a world class artist, ready to be discovered.

What You Hold In Your Heart Demo

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