Gerald Clayton Trio

This concert is underwritten in part by the Reading Eagle and WEEU 830 AM.

"Individually and collectively, (Gerald Clayton Trio's) performance was at a stunningly high level--enhanced by the enthusiastic feeling of exhilaration in everything they played." - Los Angeles Times

For those that like piano jazz, Oscar Peterson, Kenny Baron, Keith Jarrett:

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for food service.  KU Jazz ensemble performs at 6:45 p.m.  For information of "the Sight of Sound" free art exhibition prior to the show click here.

At only 26 years old jazz pianist, Gerald Clayton has already been praised many including the Jazz Times and Los Angeles Times.  The New York Times has saluted his “Oscar-Peterson like style” and “huge, authoritative presence” and Down Beat Magazine’s 2008 Readers’ Poll named him one of the top up-and-coming pianists to watch.

As a composer, his work has been commissioned by the Jazz Gallery in New York City and performed overseas by the BBC Orchestra.  Tonight's performance will feature his new album Bond.

Born in the Netherlands, Gerald grew up mainly in Los Angeles with a musical family that includes his father, bassist/composer John Clayton, and uncle, saxophonist Jeff Clayton. He can be heard on the Clayton Brothers’ latest release, “Brother to Brother,” as well as Hargrove’s 2008 “Earfood,” and Diana Krall’s “From This Moment On.” 

Join us for the second season of Ursa Minor's Café - a diverse array of unforgettable Thursday night arts and entertainment in a relaxed, social atmosphere, complete with food and refreshments. Capacity is limited to less than 300 seats, so order early.