A native of Albany, Georgia, Ray Charles is now an integral part of the city with a statue of himself.
A native of Albany, Georgia, Ray Charles is now an integral part of the city with a statue of himself.
Since 2006, the spectacular statue of the artist sitting at his piano has been located in the heart of Ray Charles Plaza. A work of the sculptor Andy Davis, in front of which visitors come to sit in order to not only admire the statue but also to hear the musician’s hits, played through speakers. A miniature version of the work, with inscriptions in Braille, is placed nearby.
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