Andy's diverse musical experiences bring a unique style and expressive feeling to his musical compositions. Influences of jazz, latin, folk, rock, gospel, blues and country are evidenced in his work along with a sometimes quizzical flair to 'tie it all together'. His lyrics run the gamut from sensitive love ballad to intense and angular commentary on mental illness and criminal behavior. Supported by his fellow musicians, songwriters and a small cache of daring and trustworthy listeners, Andy takes great solace in knowing his songs are not copies or "knock-offs" of popular music. "What is original music", he muses, "if not original?"

Andy has enjoyed work in the arts as theatrical musical director, music educator, arranger, accompanist and, naturally, a performer. You may catch him entertaining as a vocalist, playing keyboards, guitar, bass and/or percussion. Along with his popular songwriting, he has created musical scores for an Off-Broadway production, various theater and dance projects, as well as, experimental theater. As part of a team or solo, he has scored and produced music and voice talent for radio and television, as well as, successful commercial and industrial video productions.

As a performer, Andy has worked extensively in the New York Tri-state area at various musical and performance venues and is as at home working the intimate jazz trio format as he is performing with high-energy bands. Recently, he has been featured with the band "Notes to Myself" performing his original music for New Jersey Shore audiences. His activities with the website http://www.songwritersblock.com keep him in touch with other songwriters, performers and listeners.

Though Andy's attempts to change the world one musical note at time are currently failing, he hopes one day to spark a movement that will be as economically rewarding as it is enjoyable to musicians around the world. Hey, it could happen!