Ray Reach

Ray Reach
Birth nameRaymond Everett Reach, Jr.
Born (1948-08-03) August 3, 1948
Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
GenresJazz, classical, pop, R & B, gospel, contemporary Christian, country
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Keyboards, guitar, vocals
Years active1964–present
Websitewww.rayreach.com

Raymond Everett Reach, Jr. (born August 3, 1948) is an American pianist, vocalist, guitarist, composer, arranger, music producer, and educator, who was convicted in the State of Alabama on child pornography charges. Reach has performed and recorded in various genres, including pop, R&B, Motown/soul, gospel, rock, classic rock, country (contemporary and traditional), contemporary Christian, classical, and jazz music, but is perhaps best known for his work in jazz, combining jazz piano stylings with Sinatra-style vocals. He resides in Birmingham, Alabama.