Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Ron Gutierrez is a soulful, genre-blending vocalist whose sound reflects a lifetime of musical influences - jazz, country, Christian, pop, and R&B. The son of saxophonist Tony Gutierrez, a founding member of the Topeka Jazz Workshop, and a mother who loved country music, Ron developed his versatility early, singing in church and performing throughout his youth before honing his craft at the University of Kansas and in Kansas City clubs.
For three years, Ron was a lead vocalist with Garry Mac Productions and The Atlantic Express, a 12-piece, 60’s-style R&B group based in Kansas City. His career took off when he earned a full-time professional vocalist position with the elite vocal ensemble, The U.S. Army Chorale (now The U.S. Army Band Downrange), part of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” based in Washington, D.C. With the Chorale and as a frequently requested soloist, he performed for 2 Presidential administrations, Congress, military leaders, and countless U.S. and international dignitaries. His rich vocals have led to performances alongside Michael McDonald, Wynonna Judd, Rita Moreno, and B.B. King, as well as appearances at Carnegie Hall, The Lincoln and Kennedy Centers, The Apollo Theater, and on PBS with the National Symphony Orchestra.
Since returning to Kansas City, Ron has become one of the region’s most sought-after performers, appearing with the world-renowned Kansas City Jazz Orchestra, touring with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, as well as headlining concerts and festivals in the U.S. and abroad, including Rome and Morocco. He is also an in-demand National Anthem performer for U.S Men’s Soccer, KU Basketball, The KC Chiefs and Royals, Sporting KC, the Big 12 Conference, and the NCAA.
In 2023, Ron captured global attention when a candid audience video of him performing the Luther Vandross song “Wait for Love” was posted, along with the hashtag “LatinLuther”. The video went viral across all social media platforms, introducing his powerful voice to millions of new fans worldwide.
From prestigious international stages to viral global moments, Ron Gutierrez continues to captivate audiences - proving the best is yet to come.
