RIP Oscar Peterson

Many of our clients including Diana Krall and Herbie Hancock had the opportunity to know and play with the great jazz pianist Oscar Peterson who sadly passed away this week.

In the Nov issue of Jazziz, Krall talked in length about her mentor. Hancock, who's phenomenal duel with Peterson can be heard here, says, “Oscar Peterson redefined swing for modern jazz pianists for the latter half of the 20th century up until today. I consider him the major influence that formed my roots in jazz piano playing. He mastered the balance between technique, hard blues grooving, and tenderness. You’ll find Oscar Peterson’s influence in the generations that came after him. No one will ever be able to take his place.”