When the name Will Ballantyne is heard, folks no longer think of the shy youngster who used to accompany musicians at local talent shows or at the Unity Legion. People now recognize the talent beyond the fiddle that this young man has.
After an impromptu performance on stage at a bluegrass festival in Alberta, Nashville Bluegrass artist Rhonda Vincent invited Ballantyne to come to Nashville. Ballantyne, in pursuit of his musical career, has made several trips to Nashville as well as performed at a number of country music and bluegrass festivals, showcasing his talent in vocals and guitar as well as the fiddle.
Recently Ballantyne was featured as a special guest on the Saskatchewan-based country music show, Timberline Music Show based out of Prince Albert. Hosted by Larry Krause, the program features songwriters and musicians from across Western Canada; set in an acoustic, house concert setting and televised on SHAW cable TV in Saskatchewan.
Ballantyne’s recent taping will be aired on ShawTV Cable 10, in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Swift Current and Moose Jaw with the air dates to be announced.
Ballantyne will also be one of the performers this weekend at On Stage at the Dekker, a showcase for performing artists from the Battlefords and area. It will feature exceptional emerging talent, woven into a cohesive production centred on the theme “Home."
