Tamir Shmerling: Jazz Musician in New York

About Tamir Shmerling

Tamir Shmerling is a New York City–based jazz musician associated with the freer end of the tradition. He has appeared at Bar Bayeux and works in small-group settings that emphasize listening and real-time decisions. In Wayne Tucker’s band, he has shared the stand with Miles Tucker, David Linard, and Curtis Nowosad, moving between written material and open sections. His playing favors clarity of line and ensemble balance over display.