Ruth Salvesen
Ruth Happy Pianist
Whether you are interested in piano lessons for your child or for yourself, Ruth specialize in crafting an individual learning style.
Her goal as a piano teacher is to guide a student’s abilities and knowledge so they can play independently for pleasure. She provides private piano instruction to students of all ages. For young students, she incorporate theory games and simple songs. They learn theory, ear training, and proper technique. She believes music help develop the brain (Einstein played the violin). She loves teaching adults, whether they are beginners or had training as a child. She is patient with students and open to their favorite music types - from pop music to classical.
BIO
Ruth has been playing piano since she was young. Her mother, a church choir director in Bangkok, Thailand, was one of her influences. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from King Mongkut Institute of Technology. Came to New York and started teaching piano in 1999. She worked as a church organist while giving private piano lessons full time. She enjoys sharing her love of music with children and adults. With 15 years’ experience, she uses the piano as a tool to increase children’s self-esteem and confidence.