Ross Salvosa is an accomplished pianist and dedicated educator, serving as the Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy faculty at Central Washington University. In addition to his teaching, Ross co-directs CWU PianoFest and co-advises the CWU Piano Club/MTNA Collegiate Chapter, where he mentors the next generation of musicians. His influence extends beyond the academic year, as he is also a piano faculty at the Interlochen Summer Arts Camp.

 

Described by the Atlanta Audio Club as a true “lion tamer” of the piano, Ross Salvosa brings both artistic mastery and technical brilliance to even the most challenging repertoires, handling them with ease, passion, and conviction. His latest album, Phoenix Rising, has captivated audiences and critics alike, earning rave reviews for its power, grace, and emotional depth. Now available on all streaming platforms, Phoenix Rising showcases Ross’s extraordinary ability to breathe life into the music, leaving a lasting impression on those who listen.

 

As an active member of the Music Teachers National Association, Ross is deeply committed to advancing equity within the music community. He serves on the Belonging and Equity Task Force of the Washington State Music Teachers Association and co-chairs the 2025 Belonging and Equity track at the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy. His leadership in the field also includes roles as a member of the 2023 MTNA Conference Planning Committee and Chair of the 2023 MTNA Poster Session.

 

Ross has lent his expertise to some of the most respected piano competitions, serving as a juror for the Seattle International Piano Competition, Steinway Young Artist Piano Competition, Music Teachers National Association, and the Philippine National Music Competition for Young Artists. His commitment to nurturing young talent is evident in the masterclasses and piano pedagogy lectures he has given across North America and Asia, from the Steinway Young Artist programs in Canada and the USA  to the Cultural Center of the Philippines.

 

In addition to his teaching and adjudicating roles, Ross is a trusted voice in the piano community, serving on the advisory board of the Seattle International Piano Festival and Competition, and from 2012 to 2018, he was the chairman and artistic director of the Music Without Borders Society in Vancouver, BC. He also contributes as a columnist for the American Music Teachers magazine, sharing his insights and expertise with educators and musicians across the globe.

 

Ross holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of British Columbia, where he was a recipient of the Mildred Johnson scholarship. He earned his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from the Conservatory of Music at Lynn University under full scholarship. Throughout his journey, Ross has been guided by esteemed mentors, including Sara Davis Buechner, Corey Hamm, Roberta Rust, Kenneth Broadway, Ralph Markham, Maria Rosa Oubiña, Emilio Del Rosario, Reynaldo Reyes, Mauricia Borromeo, Ruby Pilante-Salvosa, Abelardo Galang II, and Jose Artemio Panganiban, who helped shape his artistry and commitment to excellence.

 

From the classroom to the concert hall, Ross Salvosa embodies the spirit of a true educator—dedicated to enriching the lives of his students, advancing the cause of belonging and equity in the arts, and sharing his passion for music with the world.