With the release of SETTING STANDARDS, veteran trumpeter/composer Tim Larkin's epic and cinematic, richly orchestrated debut album of iconic pop hits and compelling originals, Smooth Jazz welcomes into the fold an Academy Award winning sound designer whose eclectic history includes recording with Ice-T, performing alongside the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Huey Lewis, Sheila E, James Brown and years of acclaimed sound design in the gaming world. In addition to showcasing his passionate, heartfelt trumpet grace and ample arranging skills, his years in the making, alternately sensitive and soaring re-imaginings of classics penned by David Foster, Jimmy Webb, Sting and others fulfill Larkin's vision to honor the music that shaped him while giving the songs new life in a voice that feels honest and true.
