Gerald Clayton

Dutch-born American jazz pianist, composer and bandleader

Born: 11 May 1984
Utrecht
Country: United States
Record labels: Blue Note, Concord Records, EmArcy Records, Motéma Music, ArtistShare
Discography: 7 albums

Biography

Gerald Clayton is a jazz musician who plays piano, Hammond organ and grand piano. Gerald Clayton was born on 11 May 1984 in Utrecht. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Blue Note, Concord Records, EmArcy Records and Motéma Music. The discography here lists 7 albums, from “Two-Shade” (2009) to “Ones & Twos” (2025). Honours include Edison Jazz Award (2011).

Gerald William Clayton (born May 11, 1984) is a Dutch-born American jazz pianist and composer.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Two-Shade 2009

Bond: The Paris Sessions 2011

Life Forum 2013

Tributary Tales 2017

Happening: Live at The Village Vanguard 2020 · Live

Bells on Sand 2022

Ones & Twos 2025

Also plays on

Albums where Gerald Clayton is credited as a sideman

2004	Renee Olstead — Renee Olstead	piano
2005	Christmas Songs — Diana Krall featuring The Clayton/Hamilton Jazz Orchestra	piano
2006	From This Moment On — Diana Krall	piano
2007	Call Me Irresponsible — Michael Bublé	keyboard, piano
2009	Once Is Not Enough — Frank Wess	piano
2011	When the Heart Emerges Glistening — Ambrose Akinmusire	piano
2013	Beautiful Life — Dianne Reeves	piano, keyboard
2015	Wild Man Dance — Charles Lloyd	piano
2018	Combo 66 — John Scofield	piano, organ
2022	Four — Bill Frisell	piano

Awards

2011 Edison Jazz Award

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument does Gerald Clayton play?

Gerald Clayton is known for playing piano, Hammond organ and grand piano.

When and where was Gerald Clayton born?

Gerald Clayton was born 11 May 1984 in Utrecht.

What are Gerald Clayton's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Two-Shade (2009), Bond: The Paris Sessions (2011), Life Forum (2013), Tributary Tales (2017) and Happening: Live at The Village Vanguard (2020).

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