Presto Ballet

Presto Ballet is a progressive rock band founded by Metal Church guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof. Their sound is highly reminiscent of 70's prog rock, as the band was founded chiefly as a tribute to classic progressive bands such as Yes and Kansas.

Debut Album

Presto Ballet's debut album Peace Among the Ruins was released in 2005 to general praise and considerable press. Critics consistently commented on the album's warm and organic sound, a feeling created through the use of analogue recorders and vintage instruments, played with great skill and precision. The band used no drum machines, digital recorders or sequencers in the studio.

New Album and Current Events

The band's second album, The Lost Art of Time Travel, was released in June 2008. Featuring a revamped lineup, the release is being marketed without the support of a record label and/or distributor, and is available for purchase on the band's homepage (see links)and itunes.

Current members

• Scott Albright - Lead vocals, acoustic guitar
• Kurdt Vanderhoof - Guitar, mellotron, chamberlin, synthesizer, Hammond organ, bass pedals, electric piano
• Bill Raymond - Drums
• Izzy Rehaume - Bass
• Ryan McPherson - Piano, keyboards, Hammond organ.

Former Members

• Jeff Wade - Drums, percussion
• Brian Cokeley - Piano, Hammond organ, synthesizer, electric piano, lead and backing vocals
• Brian Lake - Bass

External links

• Band Site