I use a lot of double-tonguing [using the tongue to control airflow]; that allows me to play as fast as if I… — Paul Smoker Articulation Copy Share Image
I don't really have a career as a jazz musician. I don't really have a career as a classical musician. I don't… — Paul Smoker Careers Copy Share Image
There was a time, in my early 20s, when I picked up the trumpet and said, 'I've got to change what I'm… — Paul Smoker Air Copy Share Image
Once I leave the studio I'm ready to do the next thing. There are records I made that I haven't heard. — Paul Smoker Havens Copy Share Image
I don't know if the music moves forward anymore. I haven't heard anything for years - except refinement - coming out of… — Paul Smoker Coming out Copy Share Image
I go down to New York, do the project, and leave. I have no interest in participating in the rat race down… — Paul Smoker Fame Copy Share Image
When I was in high school I made the discovery that if I was playing in a jazz club, and there were… — Paul Smoker Audience Copy Share Image
