John Clayton credits stylistic influences from Quincy Jones and Billy Byers on this swinging minor blues. Utilizing a wide dynamic range, subtleties in the rhythm section, and variations in texture from just a few instruments to the full-out...

The text of Psalm 121, “I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes to the Hills,” enjoys a new setting from Joseph Martin. His melodies are always memorable and his accompaniments exhibit his keyboard skills. Choirs will digest this one quickly and will...

Not for the faint of heart! This challenging jazz setting of the traditional folk hymn offers substantial challenges and myriad rewards, with its colorful harmonies and surprising shifts in tonality. Available: SATB divisi a cappella. Duration: ca....

A contemporary gospel-rock pairing of “Angels We Have Heard on High” and “O Come All Ye Faithful,” this will be an energized, accessible arrangement for choirs with a limited rehearsal period. Available separately: 3-Part...

Written 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...

John'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...

Monk 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...

From 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...

There'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...

This gentle Christmas lullaby is lovingly set for unaccompanied mixed voices. The expressive choral textures will create a moment of tender reflection in concert or worship settings. Duration: ca. 1:45. DetailsPublisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date:...

This spectacular setting for choir, band and optional strings of some of Irving Berlin's classic songs offers a variety of entertaining performance options and highlights his most beloved holiday songs. The 7-minute medley includes: Happy Holiday,...

There 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...

This beautiful rendition is perfect for the Lenten season and quotes “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded” in the middle section. Flute and oboe parts included. Available separately: SATB, BonusTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45. DetailsPublisher:...

Trombones front and center on this one! Recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Absolutely, here is a fabulous chart that features a relaxed “two” feel in the beginning, then gradually gathers steam all the way to the end. A...

This international setting of the familiar Silent Night tune includes lyrics in the original German, as well as Spanish, Korean, English, and even Zulu! DetailsPublisher: Gentry PublicationsPublication Date: 04/2009Credits: Pepper ChoplinLength:...