Charlie was my great-uncle. His brother, Elbert, was my grandfather. Several of Elbert's sons carried on the music tradition. One son was Billy who played steel guitar for Bob Wills in the 50s and is in the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame. Other sons of Elbert have been involved in music all their lives.

My dad, Weldon, is the oldest of the Bowman clan and plays guitar. I have been in several bands: country, gospel, bluegrass, etc. and continue to play today.