The Nutcracker on vibraphone? Balalike it!

Alexei Chizhik is the only musician in the world who plays the vibraphone with five sticks. The vibraphone is a percussion instrument that resembles a cross between the xylophone, the marimba, and the glockenspiel.

Chizhik-jazz-quartet plays classical music in jazz interpretation, as well as Mr. Chizhik's own jazz songs, extremely rhythmic and mesmerizing. All four musicians combine virtuoso performance, a sense of ensemble, and full freedom of expression. Their breathtaking performances are so uplifting you feel like you’re flying.

Here are some notable performances by Chizhik-jazz-quartet:

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