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Born: August 15, 1925 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Years Active: 40 's, 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Died: December 23, 2007 in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Genre: Jazz

Biography:
Oscar Peterson was one of the greatest piano players of all time. A pianist with phenomenal technique on the level of his idol, Art Tatum, Peterson's speed, dexterity, and ability to swing at any tempo were amazing. Very effective in small groups, jam sessions, and in accompanying singers, O.P. was at his absolute best when performing unaccompanied... Continue Bio >>

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52nd Street Theme

Discography:
Tricheurs
Six at Montreux
Return Engagement
Jazz Brasilero
2007 What's Up?: The Very Tall Band
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Filmography:
2008 Jazz Icons: Oscar Peterson Live in '63, '64 & '65
2008 La Mémoire des Anges
2005 Jazz Shots from the East Coast, Vol. 1
2004 Oscar Peterson: A Night in Vienna
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Influenced By: Hampton Hawes Nat King Cole Art Tatum George Shearing Erroll Garner More >> Followers: Marty Napoleon Mickey Tucker Eddie Higgins Monty Alexander Michel Legrand More >>

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