Gary Ruppert

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Gary Ruppert, a classical and jazz pianist, has been a performer and educator in Oregon for almost 50 years.  His entire career has been centered around helping audiences better understand and appreciate what they are listening to, no matter what style that may be.  He retired from Linn-Benton Community College, having served as a music faculty member, Chair of Performing  Arts, and Dean of Liberal Arts, in addition to being a past president of Oregon Music Teachers’ Association and original author of their jazz piano syllabus.  This multifaceted background has given Gary a comprehensive grasp of education and the need for a broad-based understanding of all the arts. Gary is not currently accepting new students.