ANDY BALLANTYNE

woodwinds∙composer∙educator

Saxophonist Andy Ballantyne is recognized as one Canada’s most versatile jazz musicians. A fixture on the Toronto scene for over three decades, he maintains a busy freelance career ranging from big bands and small jazz groups to musicals and studio recordings. He is also a highly respected woodwind doubler, composer, arranger, and music educator. Ballantyne has shared the stage with many celebrated jazz artists including Maria Schneider, Vince Mendoza, Bill Mays, Sam Rivers, Carla Bley, and Dave Holland. He has also backed up a wide range of popular entertainers including Gladys Knight, The Temptations, Natalie Cole, Paul Anka, Donna Summer, and Johnny Mathis.

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