Rick Della Ratta

Rick Della Ratta is a renowned jazz musician and global peace advocate who has spent his career using music as a tool for social change. Born in New York City, Rick began playing music at a young age and quickly developed a passion for jazz. As he grew older, Rick became increasingly interested in the intersection of music and social justice, and he began to use his platform to raise awareness about issues like war and poverty. In 1996, Rick wrote a poem on the anniversary of 9/11 that would go on to inspire a 25-year global movement. Through his work with Jazz for Peace, Rick has supported over 850 causes at zero cost, using music to bring people together and inspire positive change. A sought-after speaker and performer, Rick has performed at events around the world and has worked with a wide range of organizations to promote peace and understanding.