Location of Teaching: Denver, Colorado.

Instruments Taught: Acoustic and Electric Bass.

Times Available: Monday through Friday.

Rates: $28.00 per Half Hour - $50.00 per Hour.

Educational Background: B.M. in Jazz Performance, University of Denver, 2001 Henry Mancini Institute Participant, 2001, 2002 Jazz Aspen/Snomass Summer Academy 2003.

Experience: Robin Ruscio is one of Colorado's premier bassists. An equally skilled musician on both acoustic and electric bass (including fretless and six string bass), Robin's huge tone, solid groove, lyrical solos, and musical sensitivity have made him one of the most in demand musicians in the region. In addition to performing, Robin's other passion is sharing the wealth of experience and information he's acquired with aspiring bassists. His diverse musical background makes him an ideal teacher for any individual wishing to improve his or her bass playing and overall musicianship.

Awards: Kanter Plant Foundation Award for Most Outstanding Senior in Performance. Included trip to Nagoya University of Arts in Nagoya, Japan. (2001) : Most Outstanding Undergraduate in Jazz Studies. (2001) : Recital of Distinction in Jazz Studies. (2001) : Outstanding Undergraduate in Academic Achievement. (2001) : Arts and Humanities Achievement Award. (2001) : Presser Scholar Award. (2000) : Member of Pi Kappa Lambda Honor Society (Eta Psi Chapter). : Received grant for research project: "The Contemporary Double Bass: Technique, Technology, and Historical Origins" (2001) .

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Member Number: 1455

Beginning Date: 11/2/05