Name: Vancouver 1958
Brand: Oscar Peterson

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

JUST2821

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-03-17

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Standard:20

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68944028214

Total Cap

Black 12"

Artist

Oscar Peterson

Genre GB

Jazz

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Justin Time

Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Peterson began playing piano at a young age and quickly gained recognition for his technical prowess and improvisational skills. Throughout his career, he recorded over 200 albums and collaborated with numerous renowned musicians. His distinctive style combined elements of swing, bebop, and blues, earning him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Peterson's contributions to jazz music continue to inspire aspiring musicians around the world.

With a career spanning over six decades, Oscar Peterson left an indelible mark on the jazz genre. His virtuosic piano playing captivated audiences worldwide, showcasing his impeccable technique and inventive improvisation. From his early days performing in clubs to sharing stages with legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, Peterson's talent shone through every note he played.

Not only known for his remarkable solo performances, Oscar Peterson also led various trios throughout his career. These trios featured some of the finest bassists and drummers in jazz history, creating tight-knit ensembles that showcased their collective brilliance. Together they crafted dynamic arrangements that pushed boundaries while remaining accessible to listeners.

The Oscar Peterson's trio with Ray Brown and Herb Ellis lasted from 1953 to 1959 and is well documented on records, but the appearance in 2003 of this previously unreleased 1958 concert at the Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver was welcome news to the pianist's fans. Buoyed by a receptive audience and always in the mood to play to the best of their abilities, the musicians outdo themselves throughout the set. Among the highlights are lengthy explorations of "How High the Moon" (which is centered around Brown's tasty solo) and Peterson's "The Music Box Suite," cooking interpretations of a pair of the late Clifford Brown's best-known compositions ("Joy Spring" and "Daahoud"), and a pair of little-known originals by Ellis (including a lovely solo ballad, "Patricia," and the blistering "Pogo"). Add it all up and any fan of Oscar Peterson will want to add this to his or her collection.

Vancouver 1958

Music GB