Presto Ballet

The Profile

Presto Ballet is a progressive rock project led by Kurdt Vanderhoof (guitarist of Metal Church). The music deliberately references 1970s progressive and psychedelic styles, featuring Hammond organ and vintage-sounding production.

Presto Ballet was formed by Kurdt Vanderhoof and released the debut album Peace Among the Ruins in 2005; the project is noted for its 1970s-influenced progressive and psychedelic sound and use of real Hammond organ and vintage keyboards.

A positive review praises Presto Ballet's 70s-style progressive and psychedelic sound, highlighting Hammond organ, melodic songwriting and Kurdt Vanderhoof's guitar. The debut Peace Among the Ruins is singled out as a faithful throwback to classic 1970s rock.