Raymond has directed church and community choirs since the 70's. He has B.Mus. from Biola University in Voice and an MM in Choral Studies from San Francisco State University. Also, he has a Music Teaching Credential from SFSU. In addition to directing choral music, he has directed instrumental ensembles (orchestras, wind bands) on numerous occasions as well as during the 2008-9 school year. Currently he directs a church choir in Palo Alto and is seeking employment in music teaching.