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Buck Clayton
Buck Clayton was introduced to the trumpet by his father at the age of 7. He
began his professional career in California in 1929, playing in variety and
dance bands, and spent two years playing in Shanghai (China) from 1934 to 1936.
As soon as he returned to the U.S., Count Basie called on his services, and he
remained with the band for several years (1936-1943) before being drafted into
the U.S. Army, during which time he often played in military bands (1943-1946).
In 1947-1948, he toured with producer Norman Granz's Jazz at the Philharmonic
(JATP). The following year, Buck Clay...
DinahBuck Clayton, Yank Lawson, Edmond Hall, Dick Wellstood, Vic Dickenson, Bob Gay and Stan Monteiro
I Wish I Were Twins
6:50
Beyond the Blue HorizonBuck Clayton and Coleman Hawkins Quintet
The Very Best Of
3:01
Why Was I Born?Buck Clayton and Teddy Wilson
Know What I Mean?
2:48
Them There EyesCharlie Shavers and Buck Clayton
Dickie's Dream
3:03
That's My DesireBuck Clayton and Peanuts Holland
Two Great Trumpets Of Swing Era 1956
4:22
On the Sunny Side of the StreetBuck Clayton and Buck Clayton's Big Four
1965 All Star Jam Session
3:25
