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Gary Burton: Tiny Desk Concert
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Set list
- Out Of The Woods
- Remembering Tano
- The Tiny Desk Blues
About
Jazz vibraphonist and composer Gary Burton, a trailblazer in the jazz world, recently performed at a Tiny Desk concert where he showcased his incredible talent and career highlights. One of the highlights of the concert was his rendition of "Out of the Woods," a tune that harkened back to an early career highlight when he worked with jazz pianist George Shearing. He also paid tribute to new-tango pioneer Astor Piazzolla by performing "Remembering Tano," a piece he composed for him. Gary Burton is known for his pioneering four-mallet technique on the vibraphone and his contributions to fusion jazz. With a distinguished career that includes collaborations with jazz legends like Stan Getz and Chick Corea, as well as a tenure as the Dean of Berklee College of Music, Burton continues to captivate audiences with his innovative sound and style.