This photo is the legendary Bob Mintzer and myself playing his original tune, "Run for Yer Life"

  With the JSO featuring Chris Vadala at the Green Mill in Chicago 2007

There are moments when reading Rolling Stone, AP, or Downbeat that I thought to myself that the icons and idols inked on to the paper were untouchable.  As I grew to learn more about playing with others, I learned one fact that to me is the core of playing in ensemble.  Each band or group started out with a connection.  A connection that not only allowed each member to grow, but their collective musicianship to be nourished.  A true musicians strength comes from the musician standing next to him...  

 I am thankful enough to share the stage with my best friends... bottom line.

Andy Bowers Music is a place where I can hang my hat, set down my bass, and express a little about myself.  Oh, you will still see me on Facebook, MySpace, and maybe Twitter since this Blog tool has a Twitter RSS feed, but here I have room to spread my thoughts out.

Check back often as I hope to have pictures, and stories that I update after each little adventure I take.

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Andy