About Ruthie

Ruth Elaine Schram began piano and theory lessons at age five and composed her first song at twelve. She studied music at Lancaster Bible College and Millersville State College, later teaching elementary music in Pennsylvania.

Her debut octavo was published in 1988. Beginning in 1992, she transitioned to full-time composing and arranging work. Her catalog now includes over 2,500 published works with millions of copies sold.

Ruthie has received the ASCAP Special Award each year since 1990. Her compositions appear on thirty albums, four Dove Award finalists, children's videos with gold and multi-platinum certifications, and television programs including HBO's "The Sopranos."

She resides in Birmingham, Alabama with her husband Scott Schram. When not composing, she volunteers teaching art to adults with special needs. Their two adult daughters, Crystie and Celsie, have blessed them with grandchildren who continue to inspire new music.

Visit her at choralmusic.com.