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Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar

Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar 0

1995-01-01

Overview: This riveting music documentary traces the history of Jazz piano legend Oscar Peterson, from his early days as Montreal's teenage Boogie-Woogie sensation through his meteoric rise to international celebrity with Norman Granz and the ground-breaking Jazz at the Philharmonic and beyond. In this award-winning autobiographical portrait, legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson narrates his story, from his beginnings in smoke-filled Montreal clubs to hallmark performances with jazz greats. Concert footage includes an unforgettable combo -- Nat King Cole with Jazz at the Philharmonic and the Oscar Peterson Trio Wall reunion. Quincy Jones, Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie are interviewed, among others. - Ray Brown, Herb Ellis, Ella Fitzgerald

Genre: Documentary

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Oscar Peterson

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Oscar Peterson

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Ray Brown

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Herb Ellis

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Ella Fitzgerald

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Dizzy Gillespie

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Norman Granz

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Jeff Hamilton

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Herbie Hancock

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Quincy Jones

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Dudley Moore

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Ed Thigpen

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