Stanley Ruvinov is a bassist and musician hailing from the greater Seattle area, known for his deep musicality, refined technique, and versatility across styles. He began his musical journey at age 7, studying cello before transitioning to bass in his teens, where he quickly found his voice in jazz. His early promise earned him accolades in State Solo and Ensemble Competitions and opportunities to perform widely throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Stanley pursued formal training at Michigan State University, earning a B.M. 19' in Jazz Studies under the mentorship of acclaimed bassist Rodney Whitaker. There, he worked closely with esteemed faculty, including Randy Napoleon, Xavier Davis, Diego Rivera, Michael Dease, Randy Gillespie, Justin Faulkner, and Tim Warfield. Before MSU, he studied with Jordan Anderson (Seattle Symphony Principal Bassist and Curtis alumnus) and Jon Hamar (Chair of the Bass Department at the University of Tennessee). Stanley went on to earn an M.M. 22' in Jazz Performance from Temple University, studying under the legendary Terell Stafford.
Currently, Stanley is pursuing an Artist Diploma at The Juilliard School. His continued commitment to excellence was recognized in 2025 when he was named a semi-finalist in the International Society of Bassists (ISB) Jazz Competition.
Now based in New York City, Stanley is an in-demand performer whom has performed at iconic venues such as Smalls, Mezzrow, Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Birdland. Internationally, he has performed at major events, including the International Jazz Plaza Festival in Havana, Cuba.
His performance résumé includes collaborations with an impressive roster of jazz greats and rising stars, including GRAMMY and Tony Award-winner Bryan Carter, Elio Villafranca, Tim Warfield, Peter Beets, Benny Benack III, Jon Davis, Rodney Green, Justin Faulkner, and GRAMMY-winner Luther Allison. With a profound dedication to the music and a distinct artistic voice, Stanley continues to inspire audiences and collaborators alike across the jazz world.