As a 5 time Grammy winner and 12 time nominee, Gary Burton has shared the stage with countless artists, including Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Roy Haynes, and Dave Holland. In this video, Gary explains the development of his signature vibe and demonstrates with a 12 bar blues improvisation.

Video from Concert Percussion Series. As a five-time Grammy Award-winning musician, Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players in history. For the better part of his professional career, Burton has used his position to help educate and mentor the next generation of musical talent, teaching at institutions around the world. Here he discusses the importance of choosing the right mallet type.

This concert podcast features Giff Howarth performing "Movement II: Misterioso" from Joseph Schwantner's "Concerto for Percussion and Orchestra" with the Michigan State University Orchestra.

Movement II starts and finishes with two canticles of the catholic church – “In Heaven” and “Heavenly Mother.” I composed this music while taking long walks through the city of Porto Alegre, RS (Brazil) during the last weeks of my mother’s life. The marimba cadenza has roots in the prayer “Gloria ao Pai” (Glory to the Father) and was inspired by an old choral composition of mine." - Ney Rosauro. Special thanks to the Orquestra do Theatro São Pedro (Antonio Carlos Cunha, conductor) and TV Educativa. Ney is using his M228 signature mallet. An all purpose mallet for rich, full sound on any keyboard. L = 16 1/4"

Video from Concert Percussion Series. Second of Gary Burton's Vibraphone Masterclass, focusses on correct mallet grip and attack of the vibes.

Video from Concert Percussion Series. First of Gary Burton's Vibraphone Masterclass, begins with introduction to the instrument and history of the vibes.