All but one of my grandparents were musicians; all but one of my three siblings are, too.

Nearly everyone discouraged me from pursuing solo bass, but I just couldn't let go of the passion I felt for it.

Rarely am I ever bored.

I feel lucky to have realized so many of my dreams.

Nowadays I never seem to have enough time to practice.

Growing and learning are my continual goals.

Hailed by many as the worldís leading solo bassist, Michael Manring has been pushing back the boundaries... more