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Image not foundFrom the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra CD Shout Me Out!, the title cut features a medium slow shout chorus surrounded by solo choruses. Hard-hitting swing at its best!

Recording courtesy of Fable Records – (C)(P) 2000 Fable Record
$48.00 Shout Me Out
Image not foundJohn Clayton's fierce, swinging arrangement of this familiar standard (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra CD Shout Me Out) is written as a solo vehicle for tenor sax. Marvelously crafted in a kind of “call and response” fo
$48.00 Day by Day
Image not foundJohn's arrangement of this jazz classic was written specifically to feature Milt Jackson with the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra; however, just about any instrument can play the head at the beginning of the chart. The full ensemble shout chorus at the en
$48.00 Bags' Groove
Image not foundDedicated to Count Basie, this up-tempo swinger opens with a chorus for piano but then quickly launches into a driving swing feel with a sax lead and brass punches. Featured are solos for tenor, trombone and trumpet, along with sparkling ensemble figures.
$48.00 Nice to Meet You
Image not foundThere is never a lack of attitude from the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra as evidenced by this bluesy shuffle from their CD “Shout Me Out.” With the saxes on the head, complemented by screaming ensemble punches and a tempo that's just right,
$48.00 Max
Image not foundWritten to feature former Hoosier Jeff Hamilton on drums, this John Clayton arrangement gives this standard tune a few new twists and turns. While serving primarily as an accompaniment for the drummer on brushes, it's a wonderful study in ensemble playing
$48.00 Back Home Again in Indiana
Image not foundJohn gives this classic jazz tune by Sonny Stitt the royal treatment with this burning up-tempo swinger. This exciting chart features the entire sax section and builds to a wild shout chorus for the entire ensemble. Displaying John's mastery of the big ba
$48.00 Eternal Triangle
Image not foundYou probably think you know this song...that is until you hear John Clayton's arrangement! He includes the rarely played verse, along with a slow ballad tempo and gorgeous woodwind colors to create a masterpiece for the jazz ensemble. This chart goes to s
$48.00 Heart and Soul
Image not foundThis John Clayton original from the CD “Groove Shop” explodes into a medium swing groove, then features a small group (soprano, tenor, trumpet and trombone) on the first go-around of the tune. The saxes have a soli feature and the entire ensem
$48.00 Groove Shop
Image not foundMonk was a master of composing unconventional and angular melodic lines. John Clayton provides a jagged yet stimulating chart that features dueling trumpets and an exciting full band shout chorus. From the recording “Explosive! - Milt Jackson Meets
$48.00 Evidence
Image not foundRecorded by The Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on their CD “Absolutely!” this light Latin setting opens with a unique intro featuring guitar and arco bass. What follows is a lush ensemble statement with drums playing on brushes leading to an
$48.00 For All We Know
Image not foundFrom the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra CD Groove Shop, here is John's uptempo and energetic take on this Hoagy Carmichael favorite. Perfect as an opener, this explosive chart features tenor sax as well as dynamic parts for the full ensemble.
$48.00 Georgia on My Mind
Image not foundClayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra – Grade 5

Opening with a crash from the band and an extended drum solo, the melody creeps in quasi-Art Blakey style. Small group statements are offset with full ensemble shouts, and half-time sections are contr
$48.00 Little Old Lady
Image not foundClayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra – Grade 5

Combine the music of the legendary Duke Ellington with the contemporary arranging genius of John Clayton, and get ready to hear Mood Indigo like you've never heard it before! Written in a slow
$48.00 Mood Indigo
Image not foundClayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra – Grade 5

Originally arranged and premiered by the WDR Big Band in Cologne, Germany, this powerful chart was recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on their CD “Heart and Soul.” Featuring t
$48.00 Easy Money
Image not foundThis monster chart from John Clayton was written specifically for his clinic presentation at the IAJE convention where it was rehearsed and premiered in January 2005. After the rhythm section sets the tone, the trumpets state the first “calling&rdqu
$48.00 The Jazz Calling
Image not foundWritten for the Ellington orchestra by saxophonist Johnny Hodges, this catchy riff-based tune swings hard from beginning to end. After the hard-hitting opening, solos are exchanged by tenor, trombone, trumpet and piano. In typical Clayton-Hamilton fashion
$48.00 Squatty Roo
Image not foundIn honor of Horace Silver's 75th birthday, John Clayton serves up this special celebration of swing. The opening statement by trumpet and tenor is balanced nicely with full ensemble backgrounds. In the “airy” middle section of this uniquely cr
$48.00 Silver Celebration
Image not foundThe funky stylings of Horace Silver are featured in this energetic arrangement from the acclaimed CD “Live at the MCG” recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. A trumpet and tenor duet starts us off, followed by ensemble punches and so
$48.00 The Jody Grind
Image not foundContinuing the fine big band tradition of Count Basie and Thad Jones, John Clayton's exquisite chart on this standard tune blazes a trail of excitement and power. Written as a medium up-tempo swinger, the saxes are featured off the top, followed by trade-
$48.00 'Deed I Do
Image not foundThere's always time for the blues. This original by John Clayton (and recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on “Heart and Soul”) is set in a bluesy and relaxed tempo and provides lots of room for soloists to “holler” at e
$48.00 I Be Serious 'bout Dem Blues
Image not foundHere's a terrific medium swing chart (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Heart and Soul) featuring a great groove, a catchy melody and the craftsmanship of jazz master John Clayton. Also included is a trombone solo, a take-no-prison
$48.00 Soupbone
Image not foundFeature the vibes (or piano) with this creatively arranged standard that was written specifically for vibes legend Milt Jackson (heard on this excerpt). The melody is bookended by plaintive statements for solo alto sax, and the ensemble provides a lush ac
$48.00 The Nearness of You
Image not foundAfter an opening ensemble blast and short piano statement, a trio of flute, muted trumpet and guitar take the reins on this medium swing gem by John Clayton (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Absolutely). The trumpet solo and uniso
$48.00 Reverence