From Jeremy Weinglass, original Ragazzi member, professional musician with permission to use media from his website as needed: www.jeremyweinglass.
"Ragazzi was monumental in giving me the well-rounded music education I was very fortunate to have at such a young age. The musicianship training, music theory and experience performing in front of people regularly, really complemented my piano studies which I was doing simultaneously at that time. From age 10, Ragazzi gave us countless opportunities to mature into young adults. Touring out of the country for the first time to Canada, a 2 week summer camp to Camp Gualala, and multiple appearances singing the National Anthem at Giants' games are just some of the incredible highlighted memories I will cherish forever. But even after I graduated (due to my voice change), Ragazzi continued to support the development of my music career; specifically as a pianist. I was thrilled to have my first job with Ragazzi both as a camp counselor at Gualala and as the accompanist for some of the choirs. By the time I was 15, I was leading the boys in sport activities, playing the piano in rehearsals and I even got to teach my own theory class! Because of Ragazzi, I was able to accelerate my piano studies at an even greater rate and I believe the experiences I had gave me a significant advantage in becoming a professional pianist and composer. Looking back, I can't say enough about how Ragazzi influenced me in my development as a musician as well as a human being. Ragazzi got me started doing everything that I still love doing today. That is playing music, performing, teaching, creating, singing, traveling, working with children and continuing to share music my with the world! "
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