Tommy Smith

Tommy Smith is a celebrated Scottish jazz saxophonist known for his powerful tone, emotional depth, and impressive versatility. Born in Edinburgh in 1967, Smith showed remarkable musical talent from a young age and rose to prominence as a teenager, performing with vibraphonist Gary Burton and attending Berklee College of Music. Over the years, he's become one of Europe's leading jazz musicians, known not only for his solo work but also as the founder and director of the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra.

Smith's discography spans a wide range of styles and collaborations, reflecting his passion for pushing boundaries while honoring jazz traditions. Albums like Embodying the Light: A Dedication to John Coltrane and Modern Jacobite showcase his deep reverence for jazz greats while also highlighting his own voice as a composer and bandleader. Whether performing in intimate settings or with full orchestras, Tommy Smith continues to be a force in modern jazz, blending technical mastery with soulful expression.

Genres

Jazz

Contemporary Jazz

Smooth Jazz

Free Jazz

Avant-garde Jazz

Nu Jazz

Big Band

Soul Jazz

Experimental Jazz

Folk Jazz

Latest Release

Make Up My Mind (As Featured In "The Eyes of Tammy Faye") (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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Wayne Perry

Single - Released August 29, 2022