Trumpet
Started in 1997
Musical Background: Elementary, High School, College bands and orchestras
Favorite Music: Big band swing music
Wishes she could play like: Bill LaClair
Song that best describes her: "Don't Worry, Be Happy" - Bobby McFerrin
Family: Husband George, Children Nadine and Jim
School: University of Omaha, B.S in Elementary Education. University of Nebraska, M.S. in Elementary Education
Vocation: Teacher
Hobbies/Interests: Horseback riding, travel, jazz and concert bands
Why the Greece Jazz Band? Ruth was initially invited to join the Greece Jazz Band. She likes the variety of music that the band plays, the camaraderie, and "practice makes perfect." Ruth likes being "one of the guys" and playing lots of gigs. She is glad to have the opportunity to play in a band after not playing her trumpet for 28 years.
Interesting Facts/Stories: When Ruth was in high school 40 years ago, she was not allowed to be in the "all boys" dance band, so she never learned how to play swing music or improvise.