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Who plays the vibraphone on Fleetwood Mac’s 1977 masterpiece ‘Dreams’?
Christine McVie played the vibraphone on Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”, adding a subtle, warm layer to the song’s sound. The detail helps explain part of the track’s distinctive, summery atmosphere and how its arrangement developed.
“Dreams” was written by Stevie Nicks during the turbulent period that led to the 1977 album *Rumours*. Co-producer Richard Dashut suggested replacing McVie’s piano notes with vibraphone, with delay added to the sound; McVie also played Fender Rhodes and organ and sang backing vocals on the track.
In short
- Christine McVie played the vibraphone on “Dreams”.
- Richard Dashut suggested the instrument and its delayed sound.
- The part helped give the track its warm, summery feel.