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About The Ray Iaea Jazz Project *
Saxophonist, Ray Iaea (pronounced e-I-uh) started playing the
saxophone in 7th grade and it's really ironic, that he actually wanted
to play the violin, but the saxophone was the only instrument left when
it was his turn to choose an instrument. What a blessing that was! Ray
has spend most of his musical career traveling in the Netherlands,
through the rest of Europe and across the United States, with various
bands including the Air Force Tops In Blue. The highlight was performing
at the Superbowl XIX Halftime Show.
After settling down in Northern California, Ray played in some local
bands and started collaborating with musicians such as Alex Dedal, Beth
Iaea and Paul Sanders He has also performed with keyboardist Tony Windle
and keyboardist Roger Smith, which is a member of the legendary Tower Of
Power Band.
In 2008 Ray took the plunge and ventured out with his own smooth jazz
group, The Ray Iaea Jazz Project. Ray's smooth saxophone sound is
traveling around Northern California. Ray is now taking bookings for
2009.
Ray's CD is a blend of contemporary smooth jazz and R&B featuring
soulful saxophone, funky keyboards, tasty guitars and groovin' bass.
Order his CD below
or click here to hear samples
Artist Original Watercolor painting by
Sid Holt of
Stockton
Ray and Beth Iaea gig at Pasos Winery 7/14/08 |
