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Oscar Peterson (Piano)
Born: 15th August 1925, Montreal, Canada
Died: 23rd December 2007, Mississagua, Canada
Nationality: Canadian
Oscar Emmanuel Peterson, was a Canadian jazz pianist, virtuoso and composer. He was called the "Maharaja of the keyboard" by Duke Ellington, simply "O.P." by his friends, and informally in the jazz community as "the King of inside swing". He released over 200 recordings, won seven Grammy Awards, as well as a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy, and received numerous other awards and honours. He is considered one of history's great jazz pianists, and played thousands of concerts worldwide in a career lasting more than 60 years.
Read more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oscar_Peterson
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Further Reading: Oscar Peterson
Recording of the Week,
Oscar Peterson Trio, 'On a Clear Day: Live in Zurich 1971'
A rare formation of the Canadian pianist's iconic trio - featuring Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen and Louis Hayes - makes an appearance on this unearthed live recording from the midst of a world tour.
Classic Recordings,
Oscar Peterson - Night Train
Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson's most well-regarded album sees him showcasing his bebop chops while paying homage to his beginnings as the 'King Inside of Swing'.