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John Clayton
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Bassists · b. 1952

John Clayton

American jazz and classical double bassist, arranger and bigband leader

Born
20 August 1952
Venice
Country
United States
Record labels
ArtistShare

Biography

John Clayton is a jazz musician who plays double bass and bass instrument. John Clayton was born on 20 August 1952 in Venice. The music is usually filed under jazz and classical music. Record labels: ArtistShare.

John Lee Clayton Jr. (born August 20, 1952) is an American jazz musician, classical double bassist, arranger, and composer. He is the father of pianist Gerald Clayton and the brother of saxophonist Jeff Clayton, with whom he formed the Clayton Brothers; and the Clayton–Hamilton Jazz Orchestra with Jeff Hamilton.

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Also plays on

Albums where John Clayton is credited as a sideman

1982 A Classy Pair — Ella Fitzgerald & The Count Basie Orchestra double bass
2009 Love Is the Answer — Barbra Streisand double bass

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument does John Clayton play?

John Clayton is known for playing double bass and bass instrument.

When and where was John Clayton born?

John Clayton was born 20 August 1952 in Venice.

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