A member of the Chicago-based rock band Wilco since 2001, Glenn Kotche has recorded on several Grammy nominated albums, including 'Wilco', 'Sky Blue Sky' and the 2005 Grammy Award-winning album 'A Ghost is Born'.

In addition to his work with Wilco, Kotche enjoys a successful solo career. His fourth studio album, 'Adventureland', will be released in the spring of 2014.

A revered composer, he has written pieces that have been performed throughout the world for many world-renowned ensembles, including the Kronos Quartet, The Silk Road Ensemble and Eighth Blackbird. Glenn also records and performs regularly as a member of rhythm duo On Fillmore and the trio Loose Fur.

John Wittmann, director, artist relations and education, Yamaha Artist Services Indianapolis, says:

"Glenn Kotche is a unique artist, an innovative spirit and a prolific composer. Knowing that he will continue his performance and composition work using Yamaha percussion instruments means that the company's 'Pursuit of Sound' just got a lot more serious with Glenn on board."

Comments Glenn on being part of Yamaha's artist family:

"It is an exciting prospect to be officially working with Yamaha. I am very happy with the sound and playability of my Yamaha orchestra bells, both live and in the studio, and am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead as I explore more Yamaha concert and electronic percussion instruments."