Blue Note

March 27 2013

One of the most swinging and creative drummers in jazz history, Paul Motian had a sound, touch, feeling and approach all his own that developed throughout his lifetime, and his relationships fueled his ideas. As a composer he also had a story; his pieces expressed his strong personality and experiences. My focus in this article is to highlight Paul’s innovative contributions as a drummer, composer, collaborator and leader.

--Joe Lovano

Read more about Joe Lovano's 7 favorite Paul Motian recordings at jazztimes.com.