Saxophonist Tommy Smith released Embodying the Light (2017), a profound and critically acclaimed tribute to John Coltrane. The album marked both Smith’s 50th year and the 50th anniversary of Coltrane’s passing. A lifelong Coltrane disciple, Smith now celebrates this powerful music to honour his greatest inspiration as the Coltrane centenary approaches in 2026.
A commanding force in jazz since his teens, Smith toured globally with Gary Burton at 18 and signed to Blue Note at 21. Today, he stands as one of Europe’s most formidable saxophonists.

Critically acclaimed:
“Unselfconscious honesty, emotional and spiritual.” — Jazzwise“An outstanding achievement.” — The Scotsman“Smith’s eloquence on a saxophone is all his own.” — The Guardian“A master class in individual virtuosity.” — Downbeat Magazine“Smith really is a modern master of the tenor sax.” — London Jazz News

Endorsed by legends:
“Tommy ranks ...

Saxophonist Tommy Smith released Embodying the Light (2017), a profound and critically acclaimed tribute to John Coltrane. The album marked both Smith’s 50th year and the 50th anniversary of Coltrane’s passing. A lifelong Coltrane disciple, Smith now celebrates this powerful music to honour his greatest inspiration as the Coltrane centenary approaches in 2026.
A commanding force in jazz since his teens, Smith toured globally with Gary Burton at 18 and signed to Blue Note at 21. Today, he stands as one of Europe’s most formidable saxophonists.

Critically acclaimed:
“Unselfconscious honesty, emotional and spiritual.” — Jazzwise“An outstanding achievement.” — The Scotsman“Smith’s eloquence on a saxophone is all his own.” — The Guardian“A master class in individual virtuosity.” — Downbeat Magazine“Smith really is a modern master of the tenor sax.” — London Jazz News

Endorsed by legends:
“Tommy ranks with the best.” — Dave Liebman“A prince among jazz musicians.” — Kurt Elling“A unique sound and approach.” — Chick Corea“Most talented sax star in years.” — Gary Burton“One of the important voices in the tenor players of today.” — Jack DeJohnette“Beauty, complicity, empathy, phenomenal technique” — John McLaughlin“Lyricism, invention and artistic depth” — John Patitucci“Singing the Truth in Every Register. Perfect Intonation." — Jerry Bergonzi“Effortless, emotional, and timeless” — Bill Evans“A transparent channel of music." — Kurt Elling“Tommy is an incredible writer and a great, great player.” — John Scofield“Just pure melody.” — Gary Burton

https://youtu.be/qfrNjpYLhDc...

Read more Hide full description.