Marques Jerrell Ruff

Marques Jerrell Ruff is an international musician and passionate music educator hailing from New England. He has graced the stage as a soloist with numerous organizations, including the New World Symphony, Tallahassee Symphony, Charlotte Symphony & Master Chorale, Hartford Symphony Orchestra, and the National Chorus of Korea. The Hartford Courant marveled, “Ruff has a voice that has power, clarity, and brilliant shades of color.” In addition to his solo career, Marques has sung with some of the most prestigious choral ensembles in the United States. His impressive roster of collaborations includes the Santa Fe Desert Chorale, Kinnara, Seraphic Fire, Conspirare, Exigence, and Chanticleer. Marques attended Central Connecticut State University where he studied Music Education & Voice Performance. He holds a dual Master of Music Degree in Choral Conducting and Voice Performance from the University of Missouri, and earned his Ph.D. in Music Education with an emphasis in Choral Conducting from Florida State University. He currently serves as the Director of Vocal Music Education & Associate Director of Choral Activities at Arkansas State University. He can be found on all social media @marquesjruff