Ian Ballantine is considered one of the finest jazz vibraphone players in the world, as well as playing piano and flute. Based in London England his discography includes jazz from smooth solo virtuoso playing, to duo's, trio's with some of Britain's outstanding musicians, playing standards/jazz Standards, to Fusion with the Ballantine/Shaw Band and Latin American with Ian's band Semuta, playing great originals. He has also been extensively involved in music education teaching classical and pop as well as jazz to a wide range of students. The album 'Urnioc Pixl' is a fusion of guitar and vibes sounds with rhythms from rock to latin. This is a band that only plays original material and these 12 memorable tracks from the bands repertoire are a must have for any collection. The composition 'Another Winter' by Ian Ballantine can also be heard on the album 'Alone' (CAT Records CAT001CD)