Bio

Born with perfect pitch and an aptitude for banging on pots with wooden spoons, formal training in music began at age 4 with the study of classical piano. At age 9, Ray was admitted to the Aaron Copland Preparatory School of Music at Queens College, where he participated in regular student concerts performing the works of the great classical composers.

Classical training continued and intensified upon acceptance to the Usdan Center for Creative and Performing Arts, a world-renowned summer program for aspiring talented artists. Ray was one of the few attendees selected by the faculty to give a solo performance in front of over 1,000 audience members comprising the entire faculty and student body.

From 4th grade throughout high school, Ray played violin in his school orchestra, eventually becoming concertmaster. He was also asked to accompany the high school chorus. During a summer music program at Queensborough Community College, he played timpani in the orchestra. He completed all six levels of the New York State School Music Association evaluations in both violin and piano, receiving perfect scores.

As a teen, Ray began training in Jazz, and experimenting with the synthesizer. During his final year of high school, he was admitted to Long Island High School for the Arts, where he honed his intensive classical skills with world class instructors. He completed the year by winning all music scholarships offered.

Ray went on to study in Boston at the Berklee College of Music for a degree in Electronic Production and Design. His complex understanding of music and stylistic diversity continues to make him a widely sought-after musician for songwriting, live shows, and studio sessions of all genres.

Born and raised in Queens, Ray currently resides in LA working as a music producer, performer, and instructor.

He thoroughly enjoys yoga, overpriced food & drink, and nature.