Back in the early 80's I used to see Paul play at a restaurant in Redondo Beach and he just killed, sometimes launched into incredible jazz medlies of themes from cartoons and tore them up with creativity, truly one of the greatest pianists we have.
Paul Smith is on a DVD called The Paul Smith Trio from Amazon. It was released in 2002. The first photo is Paul. He looks like a linebacker and is six foot six. Outstanding Music on the internet has 22 Paul Smith Cds.
I saw Paul Smith backing Ella in the late 70's - a man of monstrous chops and prodigious technique. Great post- no wonder Ella & Les put this guy to work!
I am playing Smith's "Jazz excersises for piano" , especially the "Weak Fingers Excersise" Good stuff, Useful and fun.
Mooser42001 1 year ago
Back in the early 80's I used to see Paul play at a restaurant in Redondo Beach and he just killed, sometimes launched into incredible jazz medlies of themes from cartoons and tore them up with creativity, truly one of the greatest pianists we have.
cliffworks4321 1 year ago
Paul Smith is on a DVD called The Paul Smith Trio from Amazon. It was released in 2002. The first photo is Paul. He looks like a linebacker and is six foot six. Outstanding Music on the internet has 22 Paul Smith Cds.
EdWaldrup 1 year ago
I've heard Paul Smith cover this with Ray Brown and Louis Bellson, but never solo. Thank you! I need to dig out my old vinyl!
ekershen 2 years ago
I saw Paul Smith backing Ella in the late 70's - a man of monstrous chops and prodigious technique. Great post- no wonder Ella & Les put this guy to work!
klavier1us 2 years ago
Paul Smith is a great pianist, I have many albums by him.
ramoburg 2 years ago