Taking Off: Tom Smith

Tom Spargo
Thursday, May 22, 2025

Big bands aren’t exactly in vogue right now, and can be difficult to maintain in uncertain economic times such as ours. So why did up-and-coming saxophonist Tom Smith choose an 18-piece ensemble for his new album? Tom Spargo finds out…

Tom Smith (photo: Olly Hayward)
Tom Smith (photo: Olly Hayward)

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