Charlie Ballantine

Charlie Ballantine is a nationally recognized Jazz guitarist and composer blending Jazz, Rock, Folk, and Americana into a signature sound that’s cinematic, expressive, and bold. Based in Indianapolis, he’s been named one of the top 200 living guitarists by All About Jazz. His acclaimed albums include Vonnegut, Life Is Brief: The Music of Bob Dylan, and Reflections/Introspection: The Music of Thelonious Monk. Known for his lyrical improvisation and genre-defying style, Ballantine has appeared at major Jazz festivals including Winnipeg, Elkhart, and Indy Jazz Fest. A creative force on stage and in the studio, he continues to reshape the modern Jazz guitar landscape.