Ray Baby Boomer Solo Musician Solo Baby Boomer Musician

space minimum 2x2m. Access to electricity. One car parking space.

Location and load in-out point. Who to contact on arrival.

I bring all required sound gear.

Background music to suit the event supplied during breaks.

With a long background in entertainment, I have worked both as a solo and as part of a band at a huge variety of events. Probably my most memorable was at a "Tet" public event on the beach at Nha Trang in Vietnam where there was an estimated audience of 10,000. Electric. I also love doing small intimate sing along events for senior citizens- to see their faces light up as they recall the music of their youth is priceless.

As I get older, playing smaller events with my "Sentimental Journey" concerts for senior citizens becomes more and more satisfying. I get a real buzz out of seeing these people come to life as they recall the songs of their younger days, and their comments prove that I have made a difference to their lives.

I started gigging at age 14-that was a very long time ago, and have never stopped. I will stop when I play the last song at my funeral. I have worked in Australia as a band member, and have backed several well-known artists, as well as integrated with a variety of bands, including traditional bands in Austria, rock bands in Vietnam, and country bands in Australia.

I am influenced by all music styles, and take something from most styles. With a prepared set list of over 400 songs, I usually tailor my performance to suit the venue, and the vibe of the audience attending. That could range from simple country to jazz, blues or rock.

Depending on the venue, I like to arrive and start set up at least 1 hour before down-beat. This varies with the venue. I usually perform 45 minutes with a 15 minute break between, but for shorter times, I will play for an hour or more with no breaks. I hate "dead air" so arrange my sets so that the time from the end of one song to the start of the next is only about 15 seconds. This supplies a continuous performance.

I am OK to perform outside (under cover), and for smaller events can use battery powered equipment. I can also supply a "Roving Musician" show where I utilize a self powered amplifier with an Aeroband Guitar. No electricity needed.

Reasonably flexible about what I play. I usually scope out the crowd, and what they like and adapt accordingly. I usually play the styles needed, and can often accommodate specific request.

Amazingly adaptable. Great voice. (I was referred to in Austria as "Superstimme") (Superb Voice). Friendly and approachable. Full sound- Solo fee. My voice has been described as smooth, flexible and perfect for ballads.