Leonard Graham Crawford says music helps bring people together, which is why it’s important to make it accessible to everyone.

The Thunder Bay, Ont., resident spent nine years living on the streets. Since losing his house in 2010, he’s been accessing support from Grace Place, an organization that offers free food, clothing and a seasonal shelter program on the city’s south side.

On Wednesday during lunchtime, clients were treated to a free piano performance by Mike Boguski, the keyboardist for Canadian rock band Blue Rodeo.

“When I hear this kind of music here, it soothes you,” Crawford said. “It brings everybody together, makes you forget all the bad stuff that's happening out there.” LISTEN | Blue rodeo keyboardist brings the gift of music to Grace Place in Thunder Bay: 6:21

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