Hornby Island Blues Workshop



Ted Tanner - Community Liasson

Always an engaging musical presence, Ted’s Tanner has seasoned and honed the craft of a well-delivered song on stages and streets around the world. He has 25 years of playing music professionally under his belt, joining forces with many creative projects along the way, and as a professional solo artist, busker and consummate troubadour. For the last 13 years Ted has been living and performing on and around Hornby Island, directing much of his musical and creative energies as a guitarist & singer with local favourites, The Rudiments roots rock reggae band. His diverse musical palette includes a lifelong passion for the blues, but no matter what he plays you can count on it delivered with heart & soul.

Ted will be offering private lessons. Doing Blues in the Schools, Thursday performance at The Coop and Opening night playing with Gordie and friends.


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