Butch Miles was honored by the Zildjian Cymbal Company with a gold alloy mixture which comprises the making of the world famous Zildjian cymbals encased in a crystal award in recognition of being a Zildjian endorser for over 40 years. He was also honored by Conn-Selmer with a Lifetime Achievement Award for over 35 years as a Ludwig Drums endorser and educator. Butch was presented with a specially engraved LudwigBlack Beauty snare drum at the Conn-Selmer Institute summer convocation in Mishiwaka, IN.
