ERROL LEE
BIOGRAPHY
Errol Lee’s interest in and talent for music were evident at a very early age. As the son of famous Jamaican record producer Bunny Lee and recording artist Merlene Webber, Errol was immersed in the music industry from a very early age so it was only natural he would pursue a career in music. Initially, he began by writing songs and performing them on local television shows and at local venues.
At the age of fifteen, Errol began to focus on exploring his musical talents in earnest. When he was twenty-one, he performed on Much Music’s Electric Circus. His performance of “Don’t Be a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” caught the attention of record producers and he was offered the opportunity to go to England to negotiate a recording contract. Excited at the prospect, Errol met with producers only to discover they wanted him to take his music and lyrics in a direction he knew was wrong for him. He knew he had to follow his own path and stay true to what he knew was right for him. Errol would not compromise his values and beliefs for a record deal and so he moved back to Canada to pursue his music in his own way.
Back in Canada, Errol found his niche as he began to involve himself in community service. Volunteering his time with various organizations, he realized that he could use his music to make an impact on the lives of young people who desperately needed a positive role model in their lives. Errol knew that through his music and community work, he could teach, model and nurture positive attitudes and behaviour that could assist youth in their personal development. Lyrically, he knew it was possible to appeal to people without resorting to gratuitous violence, profanity and promiscuity.
Today, as a successful singer, songwriter, dancer, recording artist, performer, author and motivational speaker, Errol’s positive message of the importance of developing good character is reaching thousands of people of all ages in elementary, secondary and private schools, colleges, universities, youth groups, camps, YMCAs, O.P.P and local police services, community groups, businesses and corporations.
Errol’s music and his positive message are especially meaningful in today’s world where there is so much negativity, violence, sadness and pain. Not only does he sing about honesty, empathy, respect and optimism, he lives his life that way. Errol is a loving and devoted husband and father. He lives with his wife, Anne Marie and their four children in Barrie, Ontario.
Errol’s unique, diverse talents and focus on both performance and education set him apart from any other performer.
GALLERY
MUSIC
Errol Lee new singles
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Here are some available books written by Errol Lee
The Hero Club - written by Errol Lee
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The Buddy Bench - written by Errol Lee
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"As a performer the one word that sums up Errol Lee is "dynamic!" ...with Errol the energy in the room is bound to go up. He is a fire starter!"
Michael Antoinne
NEWS / PRESS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH THROUGH SONG
The City of Vaughan used "We Care" to promote their Peace Tree Festival during which children and their families celebrate peace and diversity. It was also incorporated into a televised PSA for Project CODE so children everywhere were inspired to reach their full potential.
Sistema Toronto scored "Better Place", "The Golden Rule" and "Reaching Out to You" and performed them during a fundraising event. This aided in their mission to provide free ensemble-based music lessons to students and expand their program into the Toronto District School Board's Yorkwoods P.S. just to name a few.
Check out this brief documentary on Errol, who he is and what he does
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Errol Lee is the recipient of several awards and accolades including but not limited to;
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Barrie Arts Award for contribution to the community
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York Region character through the arts award
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Harry Jerome excellence in the arts award
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MACCA award for outstanding contribution and service to our community in honour of Black History
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YMCA Peace Medallion
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OPP special recognition award for his work with at-risk youth
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Jevon Bryon Youth and Community Leadership Award-Tyndale University
REFERENCES / TESTIMONIALS
"Errol's calm disposition comes through beautifully.
He discusses challenging topics in ways that are simple for students to understand. "
2021 Sir James Dunn Public School
"His messaging during his presentations focused on caring at all levels - individual, family, and community.He also did an really amazing job connecting all 3 area with personal stories and his musical lyrics."
2021 Margaret Stringer Manitoulin
"Families sang and danced along with their children as the students and Errol performed the lessons they learned regarding kindness, respect and showing empathy and optimism towards others."
"While Errol Lee excels as a talented musician and a prolific songwriter, he sets himself apart from scores of similar entertainers because of the focus of his message."
“The message of Errols performance contributes to our kids’ desire to be good friends to each other and provides them with teachings that help them to respect themselves and others.”
“It is always wonderful to see the commitment you demonstrate to ensuring our youth learn to embrace cultural appreciation in our community through the arts and education in order to live together in peace and harmony.”
“Errol Lee is not just an entertainer but a teacher and role model in the community in which he lives to students whom he mentors, and challenges them daily to develop character traits because it becomes your destiny.”
“I have seen firsthand the inspiration he fuels in those who are lucky enough to share a few moments with him.”
TCDSB Madonna Catholic Secondary School
“His direct involvement has not only engaged even the most at-risk students, it has also nurtured our program and helped it grow as a whole through enrichment as well as community.”
SCDSB Fieldcrest Elementary School
“It is my pleasure to proved a letter to highlight the wonderful work that Errol Lee does to support the building of safe, caring and inclusive schools where every student feels a sense of pride and belonging.”
Mnjikaning Kendaaswin Elementary School
“We have noticed a positive impact on our school community. The children are talking about caring for one another; they know that is cool to care.”
TCDSB Loretta Abby Catholic Secondary School
“Our students were spellbound and appreciated his dynamic approach and spirit leaving our school community with a truly positive outlook and challenge.”
“I have observed many of his performances which left all in attendance clamouring for more. His sincere and passionate interaction with students is electrifying”
“As a result of Errols work, schools and community organizations have taken up the torch. They have established HERO clubs addressing anti-bullying, diversity, anti-racism and social justice.”
Brampton Neighbourhood Resoure Centre
“Through his mentoring and life examples he is able to reach out to youth and give them hope and motivation to make better life choices. I find him to be a man of honour and compassion, who is empathetic, moved by the people he encounters. Errol is a leader and mentor whos thought provoking message creates inspiration and hope.”
“Each performance was very powerful! Soliciting the students participation, delivering spoken messages and then incorporationg music and dance he had students engrossed in his presentations. Errol is a very effective speaker and obviously accomplished entertainer.”
Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic School
“Errols ability to understand his audience, from our youngest to our senior grades, is truly a gift. He had them up on their feet and singing enthusiastically.”
“I have no hesitation in recognizing Errol Lee as an accomplished motivational speaker. His personal initiative has set him apart and he has been an inspiration to Markhams youth.”
CONTACT
For more information and/or to book Errol Lee for your next school or community event, please use the form below.
email: wecare@caringconcerts.com