Gerald Clayton "White Cities"
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 7:30pm
Logan Center Performance Hall

“Clayton’s piano contributions, in their wild, free-spilling, lyrical aspiration, are consistently stunning.” — JazzTimes

Illustrious jazz pianist, composer, and 6-time GRAMMY nominee Gerald Clayton searches for honest expression in every note. From his acclaimed debut to his leadership at the Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour, Clayton's work reflects a commitment to artistic exploration. Rooted in the legacy of his father, bass player John Clayton, Gerald honors his musical ancestors while pushing boundaries. Clayton has performed and recorded side-by-side with distinctive artists like Diana Krall, Roy Hargrove, Dianne Reeves, Terence Blanchard, Ben Wendel, and saxophone legend Charles Lloyd.

Supported by the Logan Center Jazz Forever Fund, a gift of the Revada Foundation. Presented in partnership with Chicago Jazz Magazine, DownBeat, Jazz Institute of Chicago, and WDCB 90.9 FM. White Cities is co-presented by UChicago Presents, the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, the South Side Community Art Center and the Hyde Park Jazz Festival.