Biography
Andy Brown is a musician based in Chicago who specializes in what he calls “old-school jazz guitar.” Born in New York in 1975, he has played professionally for thirty years. He has had a varied performing career that has included stints in Cincinnati and New York City. He has been called a “superior mainstream guitarist” in Downbeat magazine.
Since coming to Chicago in 2003, Andy has been fortunate to work at many of the area's finest jazz venues with his own bands, as well as playing his unique brand of solo jazz guitar. He has... read more →
Press
"Inspiring music-making isn't necessarily loud, aggressive, self-aggrandizing or heavily promoted. Consider what happens early every Wednesday night at Andy's Jazz Club, where the superb but serenely understated Chicago guitarist Andy Brown leads a quartet. Like him, his band mates speak softly but poetically. Brown's pastel tones, softly stated melody lines and delicately rolled chords conveyed remarkable intimacy and the guitarist's solo on "I've Grown Accustomed to Her Face" made a strong, soulful case for melodic simplicity... read more →
News [updated December 2025]
Seasons greetings music lovers! I hope this email finds you well and enjoying the holiday season. Here are some upcoming events to warm your heart and soul...
Saturday, December 13 - I'll be at Pro Musica in Lincoln Park doing a duo concert with the fantastic bassist Dennis Carroll. Dennis has been a mentor and musical colleague to me since I came to Chicago over twenty years ago. The musical conversation between us is always inspiring, and his deep musicianship is such pleasure to interact with! Pro Musica is primarily a high-end audio store, but owner Ken Christianson has been putting on concerts in the space for quite some time. It's a great listening environment and a really cool place for live music. I've been fortunate to have taken part on some amazing concerts there, and you don't want to miss this one! One set, doors open at 7pm, concert at 8pm. Cover charge is a donation directly to the artists, contact Ken (kcpromus@aol.com) to reserve a spot.
Friday, December 26 - For my Cincinnati friends, I'll be at the Härth Room from 8pm-12am with two old friends and spectacular musicians - Rob Allgeyer on the Hammond B3 and Ben Cliness on drums. We started playing together in our early twenties...time flies when you're having fun.
I'm also fortunate to play these Steady Gigs every week! Thanks to so many of you who come by and make them special!!
Thursday Solo Jazz Guitar - At Chicago's famed Green Mill Cocktail Lounge. I play behind the bar for the cocktail hour show from 5PM - 7:15PM. No cover, tasty drinks, and I take requests. So many great friends come every week!
Sundays Evening with Quartet at Andy's Jazz Club - Andy Brown Quartet at Andy's Jazz Club. Sets at 6PM and 8:15PM. With drummer Phil Gratteau, bassist Joe Policastro and pianist Jeremy Kahn. Celebrating 12 years together every week, come see how much fun the Swingin' Sundays are at this venerable club!
Info about these and many other gigs can be found on my website's schedule page.
For booking info or to join Andy's monthly mailing list, please contact Andy at: andybrownguitar@yahoo.com or 773-396-1180
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