Who Is Rob Moose? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Born in 1982, Rob Moose is an accomplished American musician known for his intricate violin work and contributions to the indie music scene. As of 2025, he is 43 years old. Moose has gained recognition for his collaborations with various artists and bands, establishing himself as a key figure in contemporary music. His extensive background in classical music paired with his innovative approach has allowed him to carve out a unique niche.
| Occupation | Conductor |
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| Date of Birth | 1982 (age 43) |
| Age | 43 Years |
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Rob Moose's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Rob Moose stands at an impressive height of 6 feet (183 cm) and weighs approximately 160 lbs (73 kg). His athletic physique is complemented by a well-balanced lifestyle that reflects his dedication to both music and health.
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Moose has worked as a music arranger for records by numerous artists including The Decemberists, Interpol, The National, St. Vincent, Bon Iver, Tune-Yards, LeAnn Rimes, They Might Be Giants, Trey Anastasio, Bruce Hornsby, Paul Simon, Sara Bareilles, Punch Brothers, Phoebe Bridgers, and Taylor Swift.
His relationship with Blake Mills has resulted in collaborations on albums by John Legend, Alabama Shakes, Laura Marling, Jim James, Perfume Genius, Dawes and Jesca Hoop.
Moose has also contributed arrangements to classical artists such as Joshua Bell and Renée Fleming, and his work was featured on the Grammy Award-winning album High Wide & Handsome: The Charlie Poole Project (2009) by Loudon Wainwright III.
Net Worth and Salary
Rob Moose's net worth is estimated to be around $2 million as of 2025. His earnings come from various sources, including album sales, live performances, and music production. Moose has successfully transitioned into a business-minded musician, diversifying his income through collaborations, sponsorships, and potential investments in musical endeavors.
Career Highlights:
- Collaborations with top artists
- Contributions to various music genres
- Investment in music-related businesses
In 2011, Moose joined Bon Iver. He contributed musical arrangements and recorded strings for the group's self-titled second album, Bon Iver (2011). The album was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2019.
The album won Best Alternative Music Album at the 2012 Grammy Awards, while the band won Best New Artist for their work on it. Moose toured with Bon Iver, including performing four sold-out concerts at Radio City Music Hall and an appearance on Saturday Night Live.
Bon Iver's third studio album, 22, A Million (2016), featured Moose's violin and viola arrangements on "22 (OVER S∞∞N)" and saxophone arrangements by Moose throughout. Moose contributed to the band's fourth studio album, I, I (2019). Moose contributed violin, viola, octave viola, piano, string arrangements, and all "Worm Crew" arrangements.
He served as the "Worm Crew" conductor. Moose has songwriting credits on "iMi", "Holyfields,", and "Marion".
Social Network
Rob Moose is active on social media platforms, engaging with fans and followers. His Instagram and Twitter accounts are filled with updates on his musical projects, insights into his daily life, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of his performances.
Moose is a founding member of the New York sextet chamber ensemble yMusic. Moose formed yMusic with trumpeter CJ Camerieri in Brooklyn in 2008. The ensemble consists of a trumpet, flute, clarinet, violin, viola, and cello. As of 2020, yMusic has released five studio albums.
yMusic play classical and pop music compositions and also assist other artists in adding classical elements to their music. After collaborating on Ben Folds' album So There (2015) yMusic joined the "Ben Folds & yMusic" tour in 2015 and 2016, performing in the US, UK and Australia and at the Bonnaroo Music Festival and the Holland Festival.
They also collaborated with Swedish singer José González on a 16-date concert tour reimagining original works at venues such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Beacon Theatre. González described the collaboration as "it feels like it opens us up from sounding energetic and avant-garde to classic and delicate."
Education
Rob Moose pursued his music education at a prestigious conservatory, honing his skills in both performance and composition. His dedication to learning has played a pivotal role in his artistic development and continues to influence his work today.
He was raised in Windsor, Connecticut and learned piano and violin at The Hartt School. He attended the Loomis Chaffee School through 10th grade, before moving with his family to Moorestown, New Jersey. He completed high school at Moorestown Friends School, graduating in 2000. Moose studied violin at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City.
He began a master's program in American studies at Columbia University, but left to join Antony and the Johnsons on tour in 2005.