Kelley Ray

Assistant Director

Mr. Ray inherited his love of music and teaching from his talented family. His father sang in a gospel trio while his mother played piano, they were also both educators.

Kelley is in the fifth year as he manages and directs the MCHS instrumental Jazz program, teaching Theory and Improvisation, as well as directing the big bands and combos. He also teaches AP Music Theory and guitar classes. He assists with directing the overall band program and serves as the musical arranger and a computer for both the Mustang Marching Band and the concert band.

​In his 20+ years as a musical educator, Mr. Ray has been a director at many institutions including the Fulton and Graves County School systems. Ballard Memorial and the former Lone Oak High School. Prior to his teaching career, Kelley worked both a professional touring and studio musician. He has earned advanced degrees in Vocal and Brass Performance also Jazz Studies from Campbellsville University and Stephen F. Austin State University. At Murray State University he received a Rank I Education Certification. Mr. Ray is a member of the Kentucky Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Educators.