Raymond Ray Howard is an award winning, Singer/Songwriter and captivating Keynote Artist with a presentation unlike you have ever seen. Using his gifts of music and storytelling, Ray challenges and inspires his audiences to REALIZE their possibilities. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience in music, social services and business fields, Ray delivers presentations that are Entertaining, Educating and Motivating. Considered a Performance Speaker, Ray has warmed hearts and inspired the minds of countless audiences. Add a vocal range from Sinatra, to Al Jarreau, to John Legend, his unique musical interpretations and professionalism will simply amaze and exhilarate your audiences.
Raymond was an excellent entertainer. He engaged with our audience, was very much organized and everyone had a wonderful time. I would recommend everyone to him.
Ray was delightful. He showed up om time and was very professional. We loved his music and his voice and do recommend him for any event you are having.
Ray was fantastic. He was professional, accommodating, and easy to contact. Throughout the wedding planning process Ray kept in touch and was very patient despite multiple song changes. We received multiple compliments on having him as our ceremony singer!
Raymond came and performed at the Moreno Valley Relay For Life on April 29, 2017 and he was phenomenal!! From the first word he sang, to his motivational speaking, it was an experience I will never forget!!! His smooth, silky voice captures your soul and doesn't let go until he is done singing that last note and saying that last word. The memory of his performance lingers with you long after the moment. He helped make our Relay event a great success. I highly recommend him for any event you may be having. He is well worth it!!!
With deep gratitude and appreciation for such a great God-given talent that you shared with us, I thank you Raymond Howard, for the giving of you time and talent to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Moreno Valley.
Sincerely, Lori Green
Experience Lead
Moreno Valley Relay For Life
Ray performed for our wedding and our reception and made it so special and fun. He has a great voice and offers a great performance. He is an absolute delight to work with!
Raymond was fantastic. He was able to entertain our group of 80 people and pleased them all.
He arrived on time and worked throughout the party providing entertainment continuely. Great
Voice. I would highly recommend him.
Mr. Howard was hired to be our keynote speaker at our end of the year staff holiday dinner. Our theme was "Inspiration and Motivation for the Upcoming 2017 Year. He hit the mark. He started with a beautiful song and engaged the staff in his presentation. He touched upon many areas that I asked him to speak about and he presented in a staff-friendly matter. I was very satisfied with his presentation and his singing was beautiful.
Price Range: $500 - $3,500
Gig Length: 15 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Professional Liability
First, I believe it is imperative that each of us should do everything we can to reach our dreams, our goals and our full potential in life. Everything that I do and say is with that end in mind and is reflected in services that I offer.
SERVICES
MUSIC PERFORMANCES (Jazz ensembles, Solo vocals, Weddings and Motivational Music performances)--for your special occasions i.e...weddings, birthdays, retirement, or other private parties or social events, I will tailor performances to meet your entertainment needs. I am a Jazz, Standards and Classic R&B singer by trade, but versatile enough to meet most needs.
MUSICAL/MOTIVATIONAL PRESENTATIONS (Objective: Entertain, Educate and Motivate)-- whether it be a keynote for a conference, a training, or to jump start or augment your event, I will work with you to meet your exact need and produce the best possible results. Some of my topics:
• THE FOUR PHASE MINDSET - What if I told you that everything you need to know about high achievement you learned when you were a baby? Taken from my upcoming Book, “The Four Phase Mindset”, I share with you a naturally occurring process that High Achievers employ to attain personal greatness. A process so simple that even a baby can do it. As a matter of fact we all have utilized this process to achieve mastery in many aspects of our development; however we have done so unconsciously. What if we could utilize these principals on purpose?
• ONE FALL, ONE GIANT LEAP AND 2000 STEPS TO GREATNESS, I offer, in my unique Speak/Sing presentation style, three user-friendly principals that will put you on a path towards REALIZING your possibilities and achieving your own personal greatness.
• SET YOUR DESIRE ON FIRE: A short, sweet, and POWERFUL motivational experience designed to re-engage participants and keep them engaged, interested, and inspired to reach their greatest potential.
• ENCOURAGE ONE/IMPACT A MILLION - Through song, short stories and powerful messaging, I show my audiences why it's imperative for each of us to figure out what we love and spend the rest of of our lives doing that.
Spending the better part of my life torn between two loves, Music and Helping Others, fortunately early on I found that the two are not mutually exclusive.
I spent over 25 years working with Youth and Young Adults in the foster care system, where through contracting with up to four counties, including the largest county in the United States, I developed and implemented businesses and programs that assisted Youth and Young Adults to set and achieve goals that added significantly to their lives.
Concurrently, I spent nearly 3 decades in the music business, writing, singing and performing songs that help people feel better about themselves, celebrate key moments in their lives, or simply escape into the tranquility and nostalgia that music can so often provide us. Performing for countless audiences, I have opened for former Con Funk Shun and Reprise Recording Artist, Micheal Cooper, the Mooney Twins, shared the stage with "Show and Tell" hit maker, the late Al Wilson, Natalie Cole and Smokey Robinson.
Now, I combine the two as I help youth, young adults, professionals, and entrepreneurs to realize their possibilities. Using my gifts of music and storytelling, I deliver entertaining, educating and motivating presentations aimed at helping participants find that thing that inspires them, then act on it.
I believe it is imperative that each of us do everything we can to reach our dreams, our goals and our full potential in life. Everything that I do and say is with that end in mind and is reflected in the products and services that I offer.
TESTIMONY
I would highly recommend Ray Howard for your next event. Whether its speaking or singing, Ray Howard is a true professional. Ray has sang at our events many times and was a favorite at our retreat as a motivational speaker and combing his music in between his message. Ray is an entertainer and professional that is well received by the audience. It is a pleasure and an honor to recommend Ray Howard. ~ Laurie Jepsen, Southern California Single+Passion Ministries
Laurie J.
"Ray Howard was just the ultimate compliment to our party! He sang, we danced, great mix of music and perfect personality for the birthday bash! Highly recommend this professional."
Sondra and Fred Peppe
Oceanside,CA."
May 7, 2016
Please inquire
Redlands, CA 
Cover Band
2 Verified Bookings David S. said “Renee arrived a little early from a previous event. Her voice is excellent and she thoroughly engaged the audience. Many of our senors leave right after…”
West Hollywood, CA
Jazz Band
9 Verified Bookings Samuel M. said “Ashley Anne and the Carnations did an amazing job. Ashley is a great singer. The band is super talented. They nailed the look and sound for our 1920s…”
Anaheim, CA
Jazz Band
15 Verified Bookings Megan N. said “Amazing voice! Everyone at our Commodores’s Ball had a fabulous time and raved about Mark!!”
Orange, CA
Jazz Singer
Stacy S. said “Crystal is a fabulous singer and consummate professional. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing several of her performances and am just amazed everytime. I…”
List your services
Log In
