Albums Featuring - Paul Smoker
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Catalog Number: CIMP 339
Signs Of The TimesBurton Greene (Piano), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Russ Nolan (Saxophone), George Schuller (Drums)This is Volume One of the results of a 3-day recording project devoted to the artistry of Burton Greene. This first set features Burton's music as played by a quintet (the following sessions are trio and solo) that handles some difficult charts with ease and improvisations with inspiration. Unique and identifiable, this is the first documentation of a notable occasion from a veteran artist at the top of his form. Recorded Aug. 16, 2005.Catalog Number: CIMP 300
JaloluHarris Eisenstadt (Drums), Andy Laster (Clarinet, Baritone Saxophone), Roy Campbell (Trumpet, Pocket Trumpet, Flugelhorn), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Taylor Ho Bynum (Cornet)Perhaps this material might be thought of as composition: improvised composition or structured instant composition. The leader mapped out this session for close to a year before its formal execution, and the results are both quirky and comfortable. Recorded Oct. 27 & 28, 2003Catalog Number: CIMP 263
Fo(u)r Being(s)Adam Lane (Bass), John Tchicai (Tenor Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Barry Altschul (Drums)This is bassist Adam Lane's third release. His first 2 offered a thunderous view of his writing/arranging work for larger groups. Again, the listener is treated to Adam Lane's compositional abilities, and, in addition, is better able to hear his instrumental abilities, well-exposed over the 6 tracks. In this all-star company there's no place to hide and Adam proves he's up to the company he keeps.Catalog Number: CIMP 262
ComPOsedLou Grassi (Drums), John Tchicai (Tenor Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Art Baron (Trombone), Perry Robinson (Clarinet), Wilber Morris (Bass)The latest from Lou Grassi's PoBand. This time the guest artist is John Tchicai. This concert by the PoBand is unique for a number of reasons (besides the always-fresh improvisations and presence of guest John Tchicai) in that, for the first time it deals with a compositional framework; Art Baron joins the band; and, sadly, this was the late Wilber Morris' last outing with the band that he helped establish in 1995. Thankfully, Wilber's spirit and voice (instrumentally and vocally) is well represented on the date. Eight wondrous cuts.Catalog Number: CIMP 253
Drums 'n BuglesJay Rosen (Drums), Herb Robertson (Trumpet), Paul Smoker (Trumpet)Musicality and inventiveness are what you get when you put together a trio of two of the leading creative improvising trumpeters led by this gifted drummer. Eleven cuts including Jay’s tributes to Billy Higgins and Katherine Duval. Recorded August 7, 2001.Catalog Number: CIMP 249
ExposedFred Hess (Tenor Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Ken Filiano (Bass), Damon Short (Drums)Noted for establishing the Boulder Creative Music Ensemble in the mid-80's, composer, arranger, and tenor saxman Fred Hess takes a rare excursion outside of that role to expose his compositions and sax in a dynamic quartet. If Mr. Hess' previous activities have missed your attention, this release should put him in your sights. It's one of his best (we might even immodestly suggest that it is his best) to date. Recorded June 11 & 12, 2001.Catalog Number: CIMP 236
Nine Compositions (Hill) 2000Anthony Braxton (Alto Saxophone), Steve Lehman (Alto Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Kevin O'Neil (Guitar), Andy Eulau (Bass), Kevin Norton (Drums)Anthony Braxton addresses the music of Andrew Hill in a loving and adventurous journey. A notable addition to the Braxton discography executed by individuals of note, or destined to be of note. Recorded May 23 & 24, 2000.Catalog Number: CIMP 233
Mirabile DictuPaul Smoker (Trumpet), Steve Salerno (Guitar), Ken Filiano (Bass)Original compositions of complexity and movement dismantled and redirected by 3 outstanding storytellers. Recorded September 18 & 19, 2000.Catalog Number: CIMP 227
The Joy of BeingLou Grassi (Drums), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Steve Swell (Trombone), Perry Robinson (Clarinet), Wilber Morris (Bass), Joseph Jarman (Flute)The PoBand strikes again, this time the guest is Joseph Jarman who shares this journey into the unknown but compelling world of inventive music. Recorded June 12 & 13, 2000.Catalog Number: CIMP 226
Large Music 2Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Bob Magnuson (Tenor Saxophone), Ken Filiano (Bass), Lou Grassi (Drums)The equal companion to Large Music 1, CIMP 219. Recorded March 6 & 7, 2000.Catalog Number: CIMP 219
Large Music 1Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Bob Magnuson (Tenor Saxophone), Ken Filiano (Bass), Lou Grassi (Drums)As melodic as a classic hard bop date and as spontaneous as improvised artistry gets, this is Part One of a killer session featuring this very collective and supportive group producing very large music. Recorded March 6, 2000.Catalog Number: CIMP 211
Canticles for the New MillenniumJay Rosen (Drums), Vinny Golia (Clarinet), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Mark Whitecage (Moosecall)Jay Rosen, sensitive and dynamic drummer on many fine CIMP sessions, steps out for his debut as a leader and it's impressive. Leading a bassless quartet made up of some of today's most dymnamic players, he not only lifts and drives some intense music but manages to integrate his dynamics in both a supportive and take-charge way. Rosen with Golia, Smoker, and Whitecage: a gutsy move with wondrous results. Recorded Sept. 1 & 2, 1999.Catalog Number: CIMP 207
PoZestMarshall Allen (Alto Saxophone), Lou Grassi (Drums), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Steve Swell (Trombone), Perry Robinson (Clarinet), Wilber Morris (Bass)Sun Ra's legendary right hand alto man, Marshall Allen, meets Lou Grassi's PoBand in an extemporaneous musical outing that freely references everything from the late night blues to other galaxies. Recorded May 10 & 11, 1999.Catalog Number: CIMP 186
Standard DeviationsPaul Smoker (Trumpet), Steve Salerno (Guitar), Tomas Ulrich (Cello), Jay Rosen (Drums)Wonderfully abstract interpretations from the great American song book. Recorded Sept. 22 & 23, 1998.Catalog Number: CIMP 178
CIMPhonia 1998 Part 2Joe McPhee (Soprano Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Soprano Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), David Prentice (Violin), Dominic Duval (Bass), Peter Kowald (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)CIMP 173. An ad hoc gathering of 7 of the best creative improvising artists around. Lots of surprises here for both the players and listeners - solid music, always on the edge. Recorded May 26 & 27, 1998.Catalog Number: CIMP 173
CIMPhonia 1998 Part 1Joe McPhee (Soprano Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), David Prentice (Violin), Dominic Duval (Bass), Peter Kowald (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)An ad hoc gathering of 7 of the best creative improvising artists around. This is Part 1 of the first of what could prove to be annual Catalog Number: CIMP 129
Holloween '96Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Vinny Golia (Bari Saxophone), Ken Filiano (Bass), Phil Haynes (Drums)Enlightened music remarkably rich in ideas and composition combined in a hot intensity of uncompromised high-energy playing. Recorded Oct 30 & 31, 1996.
Catalog Number: CIMP 105
CounterpartsGregg Bendian (Drums), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Vinny Golia (Soprano), Mark Dresser (Bass)The leader's original music with its complex themes and tempo shifts here combines with explosive improvisations from some of the world's finest creative artists. Jan. 5, 1996
