Gerald Clayton Trio

Four-time Grammy-nominated pianist and composer born in Utrecht, Netherlands, Gerald Clayton is a leading voice in contemporary jazz known for his harmonic curiosity and innovative approach to tradition. He studied under piano icons Billy Childs and Kenny Barron, and has performed and recorded with distinctive artists including Diana Krall, Roy Hargrove, Charles Lloyd, and John Scofield. Clayton honors his musical legacy as the son of bassist-composer John Clayton while establishing himself as a distinctive artist through commissions, scoring work, and leadership roles including director of the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra.