Ruthy Stenger
Overview
I'm a conservatory trained musician with degrees in both piano and voice. I am highly experienced performer with over 1,400 gigs to my credit. I will add that touch of elegance and taste to your occasion! I love to perform a variety of musical styles, including Jazz Standards, Classic Showtunes, Pop/Country from the Decades, Light Classical and Christian. I can play on your piano or bring my own piano & gear. I really enjoy both playing and singing together and it adds nice variety of sound and increases song choice for you.
Kindly consider me for your party, business event, wedding or funeral needs. I'm honored to provide the joy of live music for you! Ruthy. (phone number hidden)
Reviews
30 reviews
Michael B.
January 7, 2026So Fun
rithy knows how to have fun and to get guests involved! I highly recommend her. 2nd time using.
Hired as: Pianist, Singing Pianist
Ruthy Stenger
Thank you Michael- I loved playing for you and your party- it was magical with the lovely decor and food! You were the most generous host ever- my goodness!! Please keep me in mind for the Mardi Gras party! Ruthy
P B.
December 28, 2025There Aren't Enough Stars!
Ruthy played our annual Christmas Day party for family and friends and made it incredibly special and fun.
By the second song, she knew people's first names. By the third song, she had people on their feet and singing along with her. By the end, she was conducting a 12 Days of Christmas Choir that included a group of 16 to 76 year olds. She was an absolute joy to have at our event and we felt like she had been coming for years.
She was extremely professional and was so easy to work before, during and after the event. She communicated with us regularly and in a timely way in the weeks leading up to Christmas. She gave us a chance to look through her very wide repertoire, request favorite songs, and also gave us some really good suggestions on genres and styles that went over really well.
We're so grateful that she joined us and look forward to working with her again (not just at Christmas!)
Thanks, Ruthy!
Hired as: Keyboard Player, Pianist, Singing Pianist
Ruthy Stenger
Oh my Paul! This is such a nice review and I'm over the moon about your writing this for me! So glad to have been a part of the musical Christmas Day gathering that afternoon. You made the day special for everyone and you were incredibly kind to me the entire time! Hope to entertain for you again soon! Ruthy
Judy S.
December 27, 2025She was a big hit!
Ruthie did a great job at our holiday party, she was energetic and fun
Hired as: Keyboard Player, Pianist, Singing Pianist
Ruthy Stenger
Thanks Judy- you have a lovely family and what a nice Christmas Eve party you put on! Thanks again for having me! Ruthy
Gigi
December 19, 2025Pianist/Singer with Talent & Style
Ruthy arrived on time, set up in no time, dressed for the party, took requests, included everyone in the carol singing and was 💯 professional, delightful and very talented.
Hired as: Singing Pianist
Ruthy Stenger
What a pleasure playing for you and your group of women friends everybody was delightful and hope to be back playing for you again soon.
Andrea
December 7, 2025Xmas Singalong a great success
This was the first time I organized a xmas singalong and didn’t know what to expect. Ruthy was absolutely great - the initial communication was easy and to the point, providing feedback based on her experience, and a list of songs she suggested doing. I recommended
a few and she added them. She came early to my place, brought her keyboard and speaker, and set up quickly. She is a great entertainer who was leading our group through singing various Christmas songs. We were very engaged and everyone came specifically to listen to music and sing, so for some songs she split us in groups or assigned roles. She knows how to make a great atmosphere, knows how to follow singers and adjust the key, is a great singer and pianist, overall a great entertainer. The ending comment from my friends was that we should immediately book her for next year. All in all, I highly recommend Ruthy.
Hired as: Keyboard Player, Singing Pianist
Ruthy Stenger
Thank you Andrea for having me- your party was very special and quite a blast with everyone singing and participating the whole time. SO many fun memories and good times. I'd be happy to entertain again next year. Your kindness and generosity was very appreciated! Ruthy
Booking information
Price range: $400-$800
About
I have a degree in Piano Pedagogy with a minor in Jazz Piano and also a Voice Performance degree from Shenandoah Conservatory of Music. I joined a dance band, "Spectrum" while in college and I am with them still with them today. I've logged over 1,200 performances with them and that gave me a solid foundation in variety music. I love playing and singing jazz standards and I can do a variety of other modern styles. In fact, I really like playing piano and singing together. It lets me do more song styles and add in many more song choices. Plus it gives the listener more variety.
My background in music is very solid. I've performed extensively, directed, taught and composed music.
Additional booking notes
My requirements are minimal. I am self-contained if needed and do not take up alot of room.
Past booked events
January 2026
05
Monday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
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Stephens City, VA
December 2025
24
Wednesday
Christmas Party
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Arlington, VA
April 2025
27
Sunday
Baby Shower
11:00am - 2:00pm
•
Bethesda, MD
October 2024
26
Saturday
Halloween Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Alexandria, VA
August 2024
10
Saturday
Fundraiser
5:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Lorton, VA
June 2024
09
Sunday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 9:30pm
•
White Post, VA
April 2024
17
Wednesday
Worship Service
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Washington, DC
March 2024
08
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:30am - 12:30pm
•
Clarksville, MD
December 2023
26
Tuesday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Centreville, VA
24
Sunday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Catonsville, MD
15
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Catlett, VA
12
Tuesday
Christmas Party
2:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Gaithersburg, MD
November 2023
12
Sunday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Warrenton, VA
10
Friday
Holiday Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Arlington, VA
October 2023
25
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:30am - 12:15pm
•
Triangle, VA
September 2023
16
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Clarksville, MD
July 2023
07
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Arlington, VA
May 2023
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Catonsville, MD
February 2023
19
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Cockeysville, MD
18
Saturday
Birthday Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Kensington, MD
04
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Westminster, MD
January 2023
13
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Towson, MD
December 2022
08
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Washington, DC
September 2022
03
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Rockville, MD
June 2022
05
Sunday
Wedding Engagement
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Luray, VA
May 2022
04
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Frederick, MD
Set list
I have a Google Spreadsheet set up of my songs divided into 8 main categories:
Jazz Standards, Show Tunes, 50's & 60's, 70's & 80's, 90's and Up, Country, Specialty, Christmas
Please copy and paste or use this link to see my song list.
Setup requirements
I can bring my piano keyboard, sound system and headset mic. I've got you covered! Or I can play on your piano.