On June 4th, 2010, Tommy was presented the Lord Provost’s Award for Music by Lord Provost, Bob Winter at the Glasgow City Chambers.
The annual awards for community service, education, sport and performing arts, among others, is being given to a variety of individuals whose achievements have helped to raise Glasgow’s profile and brought honour to the city. Tommy Smith was credited with doing more than anyone to place Glasgow on the jazz world stage.
The ceremony was followed by a sumptuous dinner, music and many interesting speeches.