Band Members

Marion Drexler
Marion Drexler
Don Maitland
Don Maitland
Peter Kufner
Peter Kufner
Robert Winter
Robert Winter
John Frechette
John Frechette
Marion Drexler
Marion Drexler
Singer/songwriter, Guitar, Mandolin
Marion is the heart and soul of the Marion Drexler Band. She is one of the very few singers on the local music scene that has full command and control to a powerful voice, bringing both sensitivity and boldness to a tonally excellent singing style. Her sound gives a tip of the hat to Grace Slick and Janis Joplin, but is definitely her own. Marion's in-your-face Pop/Rock style will drag you out of your seat and onto the dance floor. If you don't move, you're already dead. Yet her ballad renditions will send shivers down your spine. Marion's voice can croon so smoothly and yet deliver all the power a tune needs. Marion is an accomplished rhythm guitar player and is well on her way to becoming a prolific songwriter. Also... picky, but it keeps the drummer happy! She is now working on her 3rd album of inspiring original tunes.
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Don Maitland
Don Maitland
Electric Bass, Acoustic Bass and Vocals
Don is one of the most experienced and invested musicians you'll find. He continues through many years to craft his style, creativity and holds a solid, unflappable "bottom end" to the band's music. Don has been involved in live music for many years. Initially a drummer and then a rhythm guitarist, he now calls the bass his home!
Peter Kufner
Peter Kufner
Drums
Peter started playing drums at the age of eleven. In his teens, he developed his skills playing with guitarists Ian Crichton (later Saga, Asia) and John Humphrey (later Savoy Brown, Carole King). Peter played professionally in his own band, 6 nights a week for several years and various other bands for the last 10 years. He has played as close as Georgina, Ontario and as far away as British Columbia. A keen ear combined with a genuine love of music and a natural ability make this drummer a valued member of our band.
Robert Winter
Robert Winter
Guitar
Robert Winter is a Toronto-based guitar player and song writer who plays rock, blues, slide, finger-style and country. His early influences include Rory Gallagher, Keith Richards and David Gilmour. He started playing with the Marion Drexler Band in 2017. He also plays with Elijah & The Back Burners, No Problem, and is a part time member of the Heymacs. He played in the Ernest Lee Band until Ernest's passing in late 2019. Robert also records music in his home studio including recording and co-producing Edgewood's 2016 EP "On The Edge". He also produced and recorded the live in the studio five song video set "Edgewood's Pine Ridge Studio Sessions". When not busy with music, you will often find Robert on the ice playing hockey.
John Frechette
John Frechette
Percussion
Music of all genres has been influential and necessary throughout John's life. A day not punctuated by music is unimaginable. John's been pounding away on the drums relentlessly for years in hopes that one day he'll get it right. His musical taste and influences are varied and global, reflected in his unique playing touch. He thrives on the live performance – he truly loves/lives to play. He still has two good ears and is punctual after years of extensive gigging, as well as some studio work. A man for all seasons, John also enjoys canoeing, hiking and snowshoeing – though not necessarily all on the same day… oh yeah, and good Scottish single malt!