Gerald Clayton Quartet

Presented Together with Sponsored in Part By Carolyn and Steve Pope

About The Artist

Six-time GRAMMY®-nominated pianist and composer Gerald Clayton—celebrated for his harmonic curiosity and expressive creativity—brings his quartet to the Rialto Theatre for an unforgettable evening of modern jazz. A leading voice of his generation, Clayton has collaborated with legends from Charles Lloyd and Roy Hargrove to Dianne Reeves, while forging a singular path that bridges tradition and innovation.

Beyond the stage, Clayton has created acclaimed works such as Piedmont Blues, White Cities: A Musical Tribute to Charles White, and the film score for MLK/FBI. His artistry shines again on his latest Blue Note release, Ones & Twos (2025), an imaginative, groove-driven project featuring Joel Ross, Elena Pinderhughes, Marquis Hill, and Kendrick Scott.

This concert promises lyrical beauty, rhythmic invention, and the artistry of a pianist who embodies both the history and the future of jazz.

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