Gary Burton | |
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![]() Burton in 2008 | |
Background information | |
Born | Anderson, Indiana, U.S. | January 23, 1943
Genres | |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument | Vibraphone |
Years active | 1960–2017 |
Labels |
Gary Burton (born January 23, 1943)[1] is an American jazz vibraphonist, composer, and educator. Burton developed a pianistic style of four-mallet technique as an alternative to the prevailing two-mallet technique. This approach caused him to be heralded as an innovator, and his sound and technique are widely imitated.[2] He is also known for pioneering fusion jazz and popularizing the duet format in jazz, as well as being a major figure in music education from his 30 years teaching at the Berklee College of Music.
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