Meet the Musicians

Adam Solomon

Adam Solomon performs a mix of World and Blues music, conjuring up the melded-together flavours of Africa and the West, with blues and hot African dance music. He has contributed to both African Guitar Summit albums, resulting in a Juno award in 2005 and a Juno nomination in 2007.
To honour Black History Month celebrations, Adam has become a valuable contributor to cultural education through music and storytelling, presenting interactive programs at universities, schools, and libraries. Adam has been on cross Canada tour and parts of the US. Adam still continues to play music in the subway.
Repertoire: Blues and African
Instrument: Guitar
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-817-5616
Email:  Prof_tikisa@hotmail.com

Brian Moore

Guitarist Brian Moore is a local teacher and performer. Originally from Halifax, Brian studied music at St. Francis Xavier University and the University of North Texas, where he earned a Masters Degree in Music. He has served as a guitar instructor at the University of North Texas, Cedar Valley College and the National Guitar Workshop. His compositions and performances have been featured on CBC and National Public Radio. He has opened for John Cale, Bob James, K.C. and the Sunshine Band and Gloria Estefan, has performed with Martha Reeves and the Vandellas and at George W. Bush’s inaugural ball.
Repertoire:  Jazz, Popular
Instrument: Guitar
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-538-4448
Email:  bmoe89@hotmail.com

Don Dore

Professional guitarist, singer, percussion, keys, frontman, bandleader, teacher, composer, producer, film scoring and commercial jingle creator. Lived and worked in Europe, Africa, Americas.  Band “Mango Bongo” was among top 14 in Spain, in the 90’s. Also scored for films and jingles. Has worked in all kinds of musical settings - soloist, duos, trios, full band for all kinds of venues, clubs, big stages etc. 
Repertoire: World Music, African, Reggae, Jazz, Flamenco, Soul, Blues Pop, Spiritual, etc.
Instrument: Guitar and Vocals
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-245-7778
Email:  donomag@gmail.com

Frank MacLennan

Frank MacLennan has been a singer, song writer, guitar player for 25 years. Has had several top three (3) finishes in Ontario and Canadian country singing contests.

Repertoire:  Pop, Folk and Country
Instrument: Guitar and Vocals
Phone Number: 416-695-2477
Email: fmaclennan4444@rogers.com

Fred Spek

Fred loves the job of bringing live music to subway riders, either with a jaunty swing tune or perhaps a mellow ballad. He considers busking to be public art and enjoys being part of Toronto culture. Often he takes a break from the sax and sings A Cappella! Fred lived in New Orleans for a year, playing, listening to, and studying jazz, and he has also performed in Amsterdam and on Montreal's subway system.
Fred is also the leader/saxophonist/singer of a fun 4 piece band called "Camp Combo", which plays in local clubs and at private parties. His song writing was recently recognized by an Ontario Arts Council composer's grant.
Repertoire: old-time jazz, swing, standards, polkas, blues, Latin, originals
Instrument: tenor and alto saxophone, vocals
Contact Information:
Email: fredspek@yahoo.ca

James Greenham

Guitarist, song writer, teacher, producer and sound Engineer. Jim Greenham has been seen by thousands of people. He has been on TV including (The Classifieds’ Top 10 Video “I Found Out” that was seen globally by millions of people). Radio, he’s done numerous appearances CFRB’s 1010, LIVE and Unplugged.  Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, his style of playing is a mix classical and rock. Incorporating humor, artistry and amazing technique, he is an ultimate showman.
Repertoire: Classic, Contemporary
Instrument: Guitar
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-266-8710
Email: jimigreenham@gmail.com

Joe Taylor

Joe has performed throughout the world for several decades.
Repertoire: Jazz, Pop, Classical, Light Rock, Folk, Musicals
Instrument: Guitar and Vocals
Contact Information:
Name: Joe Taylor
Phone Number: 647-289-4478
Email: bbqjoe@hotmail.com

The Bass Duo of Kreuger & Macleod

The Bass Duo of Kreuger & Macleod was formed out of a common interest in promoting the double bass as an instrument of limitless acoustic splendour. Both these musicians are classically trained but also share the experience of having spent many years working in jazz, Celtic, folk and rock genres. It is this experience that fuels the duo’s current efforts to inject a natural and contemporary musicality into centuries-old manuscripts by the likes of J. S. Bach, Handel and Telemann.  Kreuger and Macleod look forward to performing in the halls of the TTC underground for commuting Torontonians and visitors alike.
Repertoire: Classical, Baroque, Jazz
Instrument: Double Bass
Email: kreugermacleodduo@gmail.com

Marc St. Aubin

Marc has been involved with music for 20 years busking, playing in bands and writing for film and other projects. He has played in the streets and venues all over North America and Europe. He is currently singing and playing guitar for Hot August Knights doing gigs at party venues and events.
Repertoire: Original material, Neil Diamond, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen and More
Instrument: Guitar
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 647-240-2099
Email:  marcstaubin@yahoo.co.uk

Marco Vinicio Caza Diaz

I am from Ecuador and I have been playing music for 13 years. I’ve toured Europe, Central and South America and have produced 20 CD’s featuring International, Classic, Traditional and Andean music. Currently teach at Nueva Siembra music school the classic and traditional instruments from Ecuador.
Repertoire: International, Classic, Traditional and Andean music  
Instrument: Andes Instruments - Rondador Zampona
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-739-9305
Email: ngguerrero@hotmail.com

Michael Su

Michael Su has studied at York University and is a singer and pianist.
Repertoire:  R&B, Jazz, Soul, Funk and Soft Rock
Instrument: Keyboard and Vocals
Phone Number: 647-261-0209
Email: michaelsu01@gmail.com

Patrick Ivory

Patrick Ivory plays in bands and also solo instrumental music at parties and gatherings to add to the fun. Patrick’s repertoire includes bluegrass, folk blues and swing with a special fondness and interest in western swing music.
Repertoire:  Jazz, Blues, Swing, Bluegrass
Instrument: Dobro - Slide Guitar
Phone Number: 231-941-2133
Email: ptivory@gmail.com

Roger Ellis

Former Member of “Edward Bear”, Juno Award and Million Selling Single for “Last Song”. Roger has toured Canada and the U.S.A., recorded 9 Albums and performed at Mariposa folk festival, P.E.I. folk festival, Winter Folk and more.
Repertoire:  Own songs, Folk, Rock, Country Pop and Instrumentals of many styles  
Instrument: Guitar and Vocals
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 416-316-4244
Email:  rogerellismusic@yahoo.com

Tess Perrier

Singer/songwriter Tess developed her talent signed with Top Tape Musica, Brazil, for 2 years. Returning to Canada, she attended Humber College for vocal theory with the intent of teaching voice. Her jazz mentor was a saxophonist and one day Tess bought an ugly little alto from Richmonds Trading to put on her wall with a plant to remember her mentor. Living alone, she decided to try it and discovered her true passion. From alto to tenor, she fell in love with the sax!
Repertoire:  Jazz Blues, Motown, Beatles, Country Blues.
Instrument: Saxphone
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 647-988-0875 or Leave message at 416-369-0875
Email: tessissaxy@rogers.com

Sue and Dwight

Sue and Dwight are a folk roots duo, originally from Winnipeg and now living in Toronto. Their music is strongly influenced by their journey from the prairies to the big city and travel in East Africa. Lyrics are honest and insightful with themes of peace, courage, and social justice, conveyed through rich harmonies. Through gentle persuasion the songs remind us not to lose sight of what’s really important in the world. Without pretension, they share their songs and stories while creating a warm atmosphere at their live shows. Rich harmonies are front and centre in their musical arrangements, supported by laid-back guitars, piano, and accordion.
Repertoire: Original folk/roots and folk/roots, pop, country covers
Instrument: Guitar and Accordion
Contact Information:
Email:  info@sueanddwight.com

Vera Colley

Vera Colley sings, writes songs, plays accordion and bass guitar, and teaches accordion lessons for beginners. This is her second year singing and playing accordion in the subway system.  As a solo, duo or in one of her several bands she also plays street and summer festivals, dances, bars, farmers markets, seniors’ homes, private and corporate parties and other venues across Toronto and throughout Ontario.
She leads her own band “Whoa Nellie!” playing a mix of original and old country, country-swing, rockabilly, blues, and accordion reels with her partner Johnny G on guitar, mandolin and banjo. She is a founding member of “The Boys from County Hell”, a rollicking Pogues-inspired Irish band.  She is also a founding member of “The Lost and Found Contra Dance Band (similar to square dance) playing reels, jigs, and waltzes (with a live dance caller) for large dances. 
Her repertoire in the subway system is drawn from all of these sources and more. Vera has a cheerful and infectious enthusiasm for performing which always brings a smile to her audiences. She enjoys what she does, and it shows.
Repertoire:  Country, Folk, Reels and Jigs
Instrument: Accordion & Vocals
Contact Information:
Phone Number: 647-400-4937
Email: vera_colley@hotmail.com