'Be anxious for nothing..." ~Philippians 4:6

Sunday, February 8, 2026

SUNDAY THOUGHTS: REMEMBERING RAYMOND REEDER


Kim Evans Ross, Raymond, and Vince Evans, at First Baptist Church of Deanwood.


Raymond and Jackie in Norway.

in Guadeloupe.


"Three Kings" Christmas card design. He was a good sport.

Raymond and me in Paris.

Raymond and Tramaine Hawkins in Strasbourg, France.

Raymond goofing off in Paris.


At Blues Alley

On the tour bus in Paris.


At Zion Baptist Church in Washington, DC

Caroline and Raymond in Paris, France.

Caroline, Darlene holding little Cyera, Richard and Raymond.

The second leg of my first trip as a Smallwood Singer. Nashville, Tennessee
Caroline, Darlene, little Tegan Holmes, Richard and Raymond.

When travel coincided with school days, Richard and Raymond accompanied me to many museums, in order for me to obtain information, and prepare presentations for my colleagues at P.R. Harris--a condition of my administrative leave.

Raymond on the Shadd grand piano, at the opening of my Art exhibition at the Prince George's African American Museum and Cultural Center, 2019.

"Anthology" rehearsals. 
Dayle, Rhonda, and Raymond, at Evangel Cathedral, 2015

"I like that yellow!" He was always supportive of my Art.
Rest in peace, Friend.

Musical Credits:

2015Anthology LiveRichard SmallwoodSax (Tenor), Vocals
2011PromisesRichard Smallwood / VisionMain Personnel, Vocal Arrangement
2010Double PlayYolanda AdamsComposer
2008Love, Love, LoveComposer
2007The Best of Me: Yolanda Adams Greatest HitsYolanda AdamsProducer, Audio Production, Main Personnel, Vocals (Background)
2007Sisters in the SpiritVocals (Background)
2006The Essential Yolanda AdamsYolanda AdamsChoir Director
2006Journey: Live in New YorkRichard SmallwoodVocals, Tenor (Vocal), Group Member
2006Dressed to ChillMarion MeadowsVocals (Background)
2005VoicesGerald LevertVocals (Background)
2005Honey Love: Smooth Jazz Plays R. KellyGuitar (Bass)
2004Verity: The First Decade, Vol. 1Composer
2004All Star Gospel Hits, Vol. 2: LiveProducer
2003The Singles PlusThe PlattersComposer
2003Slow Jams: The Timeless Collection, Vol. 9Composer
200342 Ways to Lose a FriendLeft Front TireComposer
2002Young Love: The Complete Recordings: 1952-62Sonny JamesComposer
2001The ExperienceYolanda AdamsKeyboards, Vocals (Background), Musical Director
2001Persuaded: Live in D.C.Richard SmallwoodArranger, Tenor (Vocal)
2001Ain't Nothin' ChangedTresa StreetComposer
2000Today's Smash HitsSoundalikesComposer
1999The Best of Yolanda AdamsYolanda AdamsComposer
1999Mountain High...Valley LowYolanda AdamsVocals (Background)
1999Memorable MomentsRichard SmallwoodVocals (Background), Fairlight
1999Healing: Live in DetroitRichard SmallwoodComposer
1997When We Get Over ThereToby PalmerEngineer
1997RejoiceRichard SmallwoodVocals, Leader, Choir/Chorus
1996Yolanda Live in WashingtonYolanda AdamsChoir Director, Composer
1996He's RealWashington Fellowship Mass ChoirComposer
1996Adoration: Live in Atlanta [Video/DVD]Richard SmallwoodTenor (Vocal)
1996Adoration: Live in AtlantaRichard SmallwoodTenor (Vocal)
1995Tribute to Rosa ParksKeyboards
1995Between the Sheets, Vol. 1Composer
1994Heart of a ManTony TerryComposer
1993Save the WorldYolanda AdamsComposer
1992Unchained MelodyPeter BreinerComposer
1991This Is Your NightGiorge PettusComposer
1991I Wish [Cassette Single]Giorge PettusComposer
1991Hop, Skip and JumpThe Collins KidsComposer
1990Tony TerryTony TerryKeyboards, Vocals (Background), Composer
1990Let's Fall in LoveReal LifeComposer
1987Smooth Sailin'The Isley BrothersSynthesizer, Drum Machine, Composer
From Darkness To DestinyJai SimonesComposer
Behind the SmilesLori WilliamsPiano, Composer, Main Personnel
Holy Is The LordYouth IV Christ Fellowship Mass ChoirComposer
1995  BET 15h Anniversry Special featuring Michael Jackson.Choir Coordinator