Happy birthday! Gary Burton turns 81 today

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The iconic and legendary musician turns 81 on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024.
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Gary Burton is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Gary Burton (Duet, A Genuine Tong Funeral, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Burton, a cultural icon

Born in Anderson on January 23, 1943, Gary Burton's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Burton's not just a great musician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Gary hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gary Burton as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Gary, you're the best!

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