Andrew Ballantyne was born in London where he studied music from an early age. His first stage appearance was singing in the Royal College of Music's production of ‘Hugh the Drover' aged 10! After a full time Young Musicians course he attended the London College of Music for four years and gained an Honours degree and a Fellowship. For the past twenty-five years he has had a varied career combining concert work with teaching, lecturing and playing for weddings and receptions. He now lives in Brighton and plays regularly in its' magnificent Royal Pavilion for civil ceremonies and banquets. Andrew has played live on GM TV's Lorraine Kelly show, been ‘guest of the day' on BBC Radio and recently performed for the Prime Minister! He greatly enjoys live performance and bringing this unique instrument and its' music to a wider audience.