Ray Drummond
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Bassists · 1946–2025

Ray Drummond

American jazz musician

Born
23 November 1946
Brookline
Died
1 November 2025
Country
United States
Record labels
Arabesque Records

Biography

Ray Drummond was a jazz musician who played double bass and bass instrument. Ray Drummond was born on 23 November 1946 in Brookline and died on 1 November 2025. The music is usually filed under jazz and free jazz. Record labels: Arabesque Records.

Raymond Charles Drummond (November 23, 1946 – November 1, 2025) was an American jazz bassist and teacher. He also had an MBA from Stanford University, hence his linkage to the Stanford Jazz Workshop. He can be heard on hundreds of albums and co-led The Drummonds with Renee Rosnes and Billy Drummond (not related). Drummond was a resident of Teaneck, New Jersey, since 1980 with his wife, Susan, and his daughter, Maya. He was the elder brother of David Drummond, who served as senior vice president, corporate development and chief legal officer of Google, until his retirement in 2020. Drummond died on November 1, 2025, at the age of 78.

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Ray Drummond play?

Ray Drummond is known for playing double bass and bass instrument.

When and where was Ray Drummond born?

Ray Drummond was born 23 November 1946 in Brookline.

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