There are many who feel that "Smokin' at the Half Note" not only represents Wes at his best, but is in fact one of the great jazz albums of all time. Pat Metheney stated in a New York Times interview in 2005 that the solo on "If You Could See Me Now" is his favorite of all time.

* Wes Montgomery – guitar
* Wynton Kelly – piano
* Paul Chambers – bass
* Jimmy Cobb – drums

Two other albums by Wes also both appear frequently on lists of great jazz albums. Both " Incredible Jazz Guitar" and "Full House" include some of Wes' finest solos.
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* Wes Montgomery – guitar
* Johnny Griffin – tenor sax
* Wynton Kelly – piano
* Paul Chambers – bass
* Jimmy Cobb – drums