Dr. John Mastrogiovanni was first introduced to Wagner's Ring at the age of five by his father. By the age of nine, he was opening Wagner's piano scores and outlining all the leitmotifs with their numerous variations. In 1995, Dr. John joined the Wagner Society of Southern California and in 2010, he become the chairman. He lectures on Wagner in different venues, including societies, clubs, and colleges. Dr. John is also an ordained minister and has been in full-time ministry for over 30 years, traveling educating pastors and leaders throughout the United States, Great Britain and Europe.