Meet William Ruff

Will Ruff is an active performer, composer, and educator in the Atlanta and Athens area. After receiving a viola performance degree and a jazz minor from the University of Georgia in 2020, he has continued his career as a member/leader of four local ensembles, and often appears as a studio musician or live guest artist in a variety of prominent local bands.

On top of his performance path, Will is a dedicated music educator, having taught 5 years of private lessons through college and afterwards. With an educational approach rooted in musical enjoyment, theoretical understanding, and individual expressivity, he enjoys bringing the love of music to students of all ages and skill levels.