Ray Sandoval

I am excited to start playing live again in a jazz trio setting.  Garry Jackson on bass and Genís Bagés on drums was a fun experience.  Here is an excerpt from my latest session in the studio. Southern Wind, Sakura…

WHAT IS NOW is a question but also a statement, my reflection on the tectonic shifts occurring in our world today.  It is both a departure and a return:  An exploration beyond the boundaries of my earlier work as well…

I have had some inquiries about performing my music, so I have decided to have my sheet music available online to download.  Please check it out on the website.

They are all printed professionally and scored out instead of in…

I wanted to share some good news about Martha Gonzalez, a recipient of a MacArthur Genius Grant in the USA.  I am very proud of my friend and old bandmate.  Her winning this award is a win for all…

I am starting to enjoy my life, I always felt like I had something to do and create but now I am living. 

I am very fortunate to have the basics to provide for my family.  I have a studio…

At times I am awoken in the middle of the night by an inner voice that says “Hey man, get off your ass and get to work.” I say to myself, “I know, I know” and go back to sleep…

I hope this year brings new insights, new ideas and fresh air to you.  It has been a little crazy, but i hope you have family and friends to keep you positive.  Much love from Spain.

I would like to take the time and share with you my new recording, WHAT IS NOW. 

It was conceived as a vinyl release so there are two sides to it.  Side…

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"Nourishment for the Musically Inquisitive"

Thank you! To everyone who donated, shared and listened. I’m touched at all the people who responded to the music and the call for donations around the world. 

With the final push yesterday, the Migration Suite Fundraiser made its goal…

I hope we are learning many things about ourselves and our loved ones during this unique time in the world.  I hope most of it is positive and that we are reflecting on what is important to us. 

I decided…

Life has changed recently for all of us.  It is my hope we can use this time to reflect and better ourselves by this experience.  I have decided to use this time for a positive time of reflection and get…