Ruth Wyand

A highly skilled fingerstyle guitarist combining masterful playing with a knack for storytelling, clever lyrics, and a great sense of humor.

Ruth Wyand is a virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist, celebrated for her remarkable ability to fuse technical mastery with witty storytelling, evocative lyrics, and a charming sense of humor. Recognized as a living encyclopedia of American music, she seamlessly weaves together influences from blues, folk, bluegrass, jazz, and Americana. Wyand artfully bridges tradition and innovation, captivating audiences around the globe.

Ruth’s powerful fingerpicking and expressive bottleneck slide techniques define her signature sound, while her warm alto voice infuses each song with heartfelt emotion, and her ability to connect with listeners makes her a sought-after performer across various venues. Her performances are not just concerts; they are a shared experience that resonates deeply with her audience, showcasing her unique flair and command of multiple musical styles.

“Ruth’s personal spirit of diversity shines through in the music she creates and performs,” says MoMojo label president, Sallie Bengtson. “Her ability to blend multiple and varied musical influences into her own appealing style is an exciting addition to our growing catalog.”

“To sit and listen to Ruth Wyand is the opportunity to experience the best of Americana, Blues, Jazz, Folk along with her great style of storytelling”. ACMA (Americana Community Music Association)