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For boys ages 5-7: Prelude (no audition needed)
For boys ages 7-10: Primary Group (join via audition)
Primary Group choristers rehearse once a week for 2 hours and learn the basics of music theory, vocalizing, and practical musicianship. Primary choristers perform twice a year at Ragazzi’s winter and spring recitals and are invited to sing the National Anthem at a major sporting event (often a Giants baseball game) every year. Boys typically continue at the Primary level for 2 to 5 semesters until they are ready for success at the intermediate level (Ragazzi Premiere)
Primary Group begins in September 2026 and concludes in June 2027.
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Sign up for a stress-free audition in Redwood City!
No previous singing experience or preparation is required to audition. We know this is likely a boy’s first audition experience, so we keep the experience short, simple, and fun! Auditions take about 20-30 minutes and are held year-round. We
For boys ages 8-11: Ragazzi Premiere (prior experience recommended)
Premiere (intermediate beginners) choristers continue learning vocal technique, music theory, classroom and practical musicianship. Most Premiere choristers sang previously in Primary Group, but it is possible for boys new to Ragazzi to audition directly into this level if they possess prior music experience.
Increased behavioral and musical maturity allows Premiere boys to participate in our end-of-semester recitals and at selected public concerts and with some outside organizations, including singing the National Anthem at one or more major sporting events (often a Giants baseball game) every year. Premiere boys sing at the intermediate level for usually 2 to 5 semesters until ready for our upper level treble groups.
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Mondays or Tuesdays in Redwood City, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Singing Summer Day Camp – No audition required!
Ragazzi’s Singing Summer Day Camp in Redwood City is the perfect place for boys to make new friends, grow self-esteem, and discover the joy of choral singing! Boys ages 7-10 entering grades 2-4 may register for the camp. Participants do NOT need to be current members of Ragazzi Boys Chorus, or possess any prior music experience!
2026 Day Summer Session (Camp) Dates/times: July 20-24, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. each day
The Benefits of singing with ragazzi:
Find new, long-lasting friendships
Improve social skills and self-esteem
Develop an appreciation of music that will last a lifetime
Improve focus, memory, study habits, and creativity
Parents of children in choir report significantly higher academic performance
Ragazzi is looking for boys who love to sing
Ragazzi is the largest boys chorus in the Bay Area, serving over 230 boys from more than 100 schools. The chorus was founded by Joyce Keil in 1987 to better serve boys, who are historically underrepresented in children’s choirs. Ragazzi has hundreds of alumni who have attended top colleges around the country. Our mission is to develop boys from all walks of life into young men of character and distinction.
Ragazzi boys learn choral singing and music theory in weekly classes, with just the right amount of structure and fun. Participating in a choir is similar to playing a team sport – everyone must work together to achieve a common goal. When boys sing with other boys, they are less self-conscious, making it easier for them to express themselves. Most boys sing with Ragazzi starting in elementary school and continue through high school, making lifelong friendships through exceptional experiences.
I’ve known my Ragazzi friends much longer than anyone I met in high school. I’ve grown up with them and we’ve traveled the world together, creating special bonds that I will treasure for the rest of my life. — Ragazzi Chorister
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Studies have shown time and time again that choral singing, especially from a young age, is beneficial to academic success, social development, and even brain function! This is a small slice of the research done on this subject.
AN UNPARALLELED MUSICAL EXPERIENCE
Ragazzi is an experience like no other. From tours to performances, to lifelong memories our students love Ragazzi.
Read more about the Ragazzi experience here.
Recent awards:
• Named one of the Best Choirs On The Peninsula by CBS News
• Voted Best Non-Profit 2019, Best After-School Activity 2019, and Best Non-Profit 2018 by Palo Alto Daily News readers