Thomas Berger. Bringing historic ragtime music to life in the 21st century!

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Who is Thomas Berger?

Local musician Thomas Berger, who resides in Womelsdorf with his wife, Lillian, is the founder of the entertaining Gran’pa’s Ragtime Piano Show which provides entertainment to local residents in settings such as nursing homes, assisted living centers, retirement communities, hospitals and private parties.

What Has He Done?

He founded his business, Gran’pa’s Ragtime Piano Show, four years ago, but has been playing ragtime piano for over twenty-five years. He also founded Gran’pa’s Variety Piano Show two and a half years ago in which he offers his expertise and assistance to fellow piano players. Through this variety show, the piano players are given the opportunity to play in front of live audiences, allowing them to gain experience and share their music with others. Recently members of Gran'pa's Variety Piano Show had the opportunity to play on BCTV. Currently it is in the works to have Gran'pa's Variety Piano Show air regularly on BCTV starting in 2007.

So, What is Ragtime?

Ragtime is the earliest form of jazz music there is, most often played on the piano. It’s most popular years were during the years 1890 to 1915. Ragtime was then brought back to the lime light in 1973 when composer Scott Joplin’s, a musical genius rightly named the “King of Ragtime”, music was used in the movie The Sting.

How Can I Contact Him?

Thomas Berger and his ragtime music are available to the community to provide entertainment at various functions. If interested, please visit the contact link at the top of this page and leave your information. He will be more than happy to provide entertainment for you!

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