Shanti studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and was featured soloist with Kenny Wheeler on the CD ‘Walk Softly’. His Vast list of credits include: Tim Garland Randy Brecker, Jason Rebello, Cleveland Watkins, Courtney Pine, Roberto Pla, Brand New Heavies, Conjunto Sabroso, The Grand Union Orchestra, John Etheridge’s Zappatistas, The Don Lusher Big Band and Brian Abrahams’ District 6, Alex Wilson, Ruben Gonzales and Cachaito (Buena Vista Social Club), Donna Summer’s, Matt Bianco, Snowboy and the Latin Section and King Salsa.