Brian Bowman
Brian Leslie Bowman (born July 22, 1946) is an American virtuoso euphonium artist and music professor who, among other things, held the principal euphonium chair and was a featured soloist with the premier concert bands of the United States Navy and Air Force.[4] Bowman served as a member of three United States military bands, two of which were premier ensembles for their respective services.This was followed by a two-year period serving with a joint ensemble, the United States Armed Forces Bicentennial Band.[8] He became known for a "warm, velvet tone" [6] and promoted a style of playing described as "traditional vibrato... balanced by... clean and impressive technique, from-the-heart expressiveness, and a sense of calm assurance".He continues to perform as a member of several ensembles and serves as a guest instructor and clinician frequently.