Gerald Clayton is one of the most quietly authoritative pianists working - seven Grammy nominations, a Village Vanguard live album, and a touch that moves from near-silence to full attack inside a chorus. He plays two sets a night with his trio at Dizzy's, where the window behind the band frames Central Park South. If you want the classic New York jazz club experience without a Village basement, book this.
What to expect
A small supper club on the fifth floor above Columbus Circle, with tables angled toward a bandstand backed entirely by glass. Sets run around 75 minutes with a food and drink minimum per person. The room is close enough that the piano's dynamics register as physical rather than amplified.
Good to know
- A/B/C/D/1 to 59th Street-Columbus Circle; Dizzy's is on the fifth floor of the building above the station
- There is a per-person food and beverage minimum on top of the cover charge
- Students with valid ID get a substantially reduced rate at the door
- Reserve ahead and ask for a window-side table for the park view
- Two sets are offered each evening, with the later set usually the looser one
- The venue is fully accessible by elevator
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Common questions
Is there a minimum on top of the ticket?
Yes. Dizzy's Club requires a food and beverage minimum per person in addition to the cover charge, so budget beyond the ticket price.
Are student tickets available?
Yes, at a reduced rate, but you must present a valid student ID on arrival to use a student reservation.
Who plays with him?
Clayton appears in a trio configuration on piano. Jazz at Lincoln Center does not list the full rhythm section on the ticketing page, so the bassist and drummer are announced at the show.
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