Clarke and writing partner Kevin Stoller won an Emmy for their work on the PBS special, “Wildflowers.” In addition Clarke has been involved with projects for HBO, CBS and NBC and also received a BMI award for his work on Burt Reynolds’ series Evening Shade. He also produced and recorded “Studio Z”, a long running live music show for KZON radio. Several Rigsby recordings have been nominated for Grammy, and W. C. Handy (now, the BMA) awards.