Bryan Bowman - Jazz Drummer and Composer

My Favorite Composition

Bryan Bowman — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:36:17 +0000

Some people know that I enjoy composing music of my own and my favorite composition to date is called Soul Journey which I wrote for the wonderful and multi-talented Danielle Drumke who left this world far too early.

You can hear the recording of myself on piano and David Otten on guitar on my Myspace page.

http://www.myspace.com/bryanbowman

If you are interested in learning more about Danielle Drumke check out the Glamour article which was written by her equally amazing sister Mila. Click here to read the article.

Pianist Robert Bowman’s Website

Bryan Bowman — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:14:07 +0000

Happy May Everyone,

I wanted to let you know about Robert Bowman’s new website www.robertebowman.com

You can find out about his performances, workshops and private piano lessons there. There is also some great audio and video to check out!

As some of you know he frequently performs in the San Francisco Bay Area as well as in Northern California near his home in Chico. For a listing of his upcoming performances you can click here.

I highly recommend checking out the audio clips on his website and attending one of his concerts soon!

Here is his short bio…

Dr. ROBERT BOWMAN, keyboard artist, has performed extensively on the West, Midwest and East Coasts of the United States in solo and chamber ensemble recitals, numerous appearances with orchestra, and on radio-tv since 1960. He has also performed solo and ensemble recitals in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Japan, and Mexico.

He served as coordinator of the keyboard program at California State University, Chico from 1971-2003, and retired as Professor Emeritus in 2008. Dr. Bowman previously was a member of the of keyboard faculties of Eastern Illinois University (1969-71) and University of Southern California (1965-69). Since retirement, he continues to maintain a private music studio, perform concerts, as well as present master classes, lectures, lecture-recitals on a wide variety of subjects, and interactive keyboard workshops including a series entitled “The Joy of Improvisation.” In 2009, he joined the faculty of the Sacramento School of Music. He is also currently accompanying and coaching talented young string players in the North State, and regularly adjudicates for keyboard competitions and festivals including The U.S. Open Keyboard Competition in Oakland, the Northern Nevada Music Teachers’ Association Piano Festival in Reno. He has also adjudicated for the National Guild of Piano Teachers, the Southern California Junior Bach Festival, CAPMT, and the MTAC Certificate of Merit.

To read the full bio click here.

Skype Drum Lessons

Bryan Bowman — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:47:15 +0000

I have begun accepting drum students from anywhere in the world via Skype! All ages and levels are welcome and you will be amazed how fun and easy it is to take lessons in the comfort of your own home!

I teach snare drum rudiments, four way coordination on the drumset and a variety of other techniques to facilitate fast results in learning any style of music you want to play. You direct the musical path and I will help you achieve your musical goals quickly.

If you are interested in beginning Skype drum lessons email me at bryanlbowman at gmail dot com or call (510) 701-1787

Homespun Trio – Grant Levin, Fred Randolph and Bryan Bowman

Bryan Bowman — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:22:21 +0000

The jazz trio Homespun has just released a cd of original material and some standards as well as some other popular 60′s tunes.

The group features Grant Levin on piano, Fred Randolph on bass and and me on drums.

Buy it on CD Baby!

Stay tuned for more information about this group! We will definitely be performing together in the Bay Area soon!

Occupy Wall Street – SF

Bryan Bowman — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:43:38 +0000

The protest on Wednesday in SF’s financial district drew at least 1,000 people. I was one of them for what it’s worth and I did get to do a brief call in interview with Gil Gross on KGO.

Here’s the Interview on KGO with Gil Gross

Next week it’s your turn! Find out what you need to know at www.occupysf.com

Mark Levine Trio – Mount Shasta Brewery

Bryan Bowman — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 05:05:46 +0000

On Saturday October 8th and Sunday October 9th I’m very happy to be a part of two jazz trio performances with pianist Mark Levine and bassist Greg Daugelli at the Mount Shasta Brewery in the town of Weed, California.

These are two of my favorite musicians on the planet and I’m sure it will be a great weekend of music.

I have known Mark since 1991 and have played with him off and on ever since. he is a very fine musician and literally wrote the book on jazz piano. His Jazz Piano book has won international acclaim all over the world.

Greg Daugelli is a fabulous bass player and multi-instrumentalist who lives in Chico California. I have played with him since the early 80′s and definitely owe him a huge debt of gratitude for his encouragement and inspiration over the years.

Please come to the concert if you are in the area!

Mark Levine Concert Flyer – PDF

Mactet – Change of Venue Friday August 12th

Bryan Bowman — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 05:43:03 +0000

If you’re free this weekend I’ll be playing with a fun group in
Berkeley tomorrow night at Cafe Yesterday at 1122 University Ave. We were going to play at Birdland but the city shut that venue down apparently.

It’s a really great band led by Chuck Mackinnon featuring:

Chuck – trumpet and arrangements, Eric Crystal – alto sax, Bob
Kenmotsu – tenor sax, Matt Clark – piano, Fred Randolph – bass, me -
drums.

Come by if you can! Here are the details.

Friday, August 12th – 8:00PM.
Cafe Yesterday at 1122 University Ave.
(323) 632-9289.

For more info on my upcoming gigs - http://www.bryanlbowman.com/calendar/

Chuck MacKinnon’s website - http://mactet.com/

More about Birdland Events -
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Birdland-Jazz-and-BBQ/120845071297489

Here’s a map to Cafe Yesterday -
http://maps.google.com/maps?&q=1122+University+Ave,Berkeley,US

Chuck MacKinnon Mactet

Bryan Bowman — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:52:22 +0000

I have a couple of fun gigs coming up with the Chuck MacKinnon Mactet. Chuck is a very fine trumpet player and composer who recently moved back to the Bay Area from NYC. It’s a great group and it’s a pleasure to play with these musicians! See the Performances page for more details.

July 31st Benecia Jazz Festival 1:15 – 2:30

Friday, August 12 @ Birdland in Berkeley 11pm-1am

Chuck MacKinnon Mactet

Chuck MacKinnon – TRUMPET AND ARRANGEMENTS
Eric Crystal – ALTO SAXOPHONE
Bob Kenmotsu – TENOR SAXOPHONE
Mark Levine – PIANO
Peter Barshay – BASS
Bryan Bowman – DRUMS

New CD Release – Hawkeye

Bryan Bowman — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 05:51:19 +0000

I’m very happy to say that I have a brand new CD release which was a collaboration with Sam Bevan, Mas Koga and Grant Levin. We’ve just received the final cds and will soon have them up on itunes and cd baby for purchase!

The musicians are:
Sam Bevan – bass
Mas Koga – sax, flutes
Grant Levin – piano
Bryan Bowman – drums

The CD was recorded at San Pablo Recorders by Bond Bergland. It was mixed at Spliggetyfidge records by Kevin Weber and mastered By Sam Bevan at Bev’s Lair Studios.

Our CD Release date will be announced soon! In the mean time you can listen to samples by clicking play on the Reverb Nation player on the right side of this page.

The cd cover is actually from a painting by the great bay Area artist, Yvette Buiguess.

For more information about this release and for booking send me an email.

Robert Bowman Piano Recital

Bryan Bowman — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:46:16 +0000

Robert Bowman Piano Recital at Hollis Street Loft

We had a very nice turnout for our house concert January 30 featuring the one and only Robert Bowman. He played an evening of Beethoven sonatas beautifully and from memory no less. We love doing music events and hope to continue to hold them occasionally.

Find out a lot more about Robert Bowman at www.robertebowman.com