The Jeff Clayton Educational Fund: Inspiring the Next Generation

Established in honor of beloved jazz musician and educator Jeff Clayton, the Jeff Clayton Educational Fund supports all Vail Jazz education initiatives, including the Vail Jazz Workshop, Vail Jazz Goes to School, and Jammin’ Jazz Kids.

Through scholarships, mentorship, and engaging music education experiences, the fund carries forward Jeff’s legacy by inspiring young musicians and ensuring that the joy of jazz reaches future generations.

Make a gift today to honor Jeff’s legacy and support the future of jazz education.

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Programs made possible by the Jeff Clayton Educational Fund: 

Contributions to the Jeff Clayton Educational Fund directly support Vail Jazz’s four signature education programs: Vail Jazz Goes to School, the Vail Jazz Workshop, Jammin’ Jazz Kids, and the Tony G. Rising Star Awards.

Five musicians in black clothing standing on stage in front of a large Vail Jazz Goes to School sign, holding a trumpet, upright bass, drumsticks, and a saxophone.
Vail Jazz Goes to School

A jazz band performing on stage in front of a yellow banner, with a trombonist, trumpeter, saxophonist, drummer, bassist, and pianist.
The Vail Jazz Workshop

Jammin' Jazz Kids

A young person in a white t-shirt and camouflage pants plays the violin outdoors in a wooded area.
The Tony G. Rising Star Awards