Joe Lovano ~ Saxophonist & Composer

Paul’s passion and inspiration in music was fueled by his associations and collaborations with the most creative improvises in Jazz which made him one of most influential mystical and magical musicians of all time.Paul was a hard swinging free jazz drummer with an uncanny sense of time, phrasing and form beyond description.. His sound and touch were unmatched and personal. Playing and knowing Paul over the last 30 years under his leadership in multiple Quartets,Quintets and in Trio with Bill Frisell since 1984 has been the foundation of my development as a leader and composer. I will celebrate Paul Motian’s inspiration and influences in all of my future explorations in music for the rest of my lifetime…

God Bless you Paul…

- Joe Lovano

Joe had the honor to play many gigs and record many records with Paul. His latest with the Paul Motian Trio were Time and Time Again and I Have the Room Above Her. Paul also appeared in Joe’s record Joyous Encounter with Hank Jones.

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Paul Motian Trio
featuring Joe Lovano, Bill Frissell, and Paul Motian