I saw him play this at Monterey in 2006...he dedicated it to all his recently deceased musician friends...I've never felt so much emotion wrenched out of a piano, I actually cried.
Oscar is my hero. One of his characteristics that impressed me most was his respect for his audience. He knew we loved him and he loved us as well. What incredible talent!
Oscar's main voice was bluesy-swinging. This piece is so different, and it's so remarkable that he wrote it and had such varied dimensions in him. This piece is poetic, pensive, tender, wistful, evocative. Its melody and parts of Oscar's improvisation sink deep into you as only the greatest music does.
There is no season nor vista that isn't made more beautiful with the stylings of the great Oscar Peterson. Sorely missed and never to be replaced, in the hearts of those who loved and admired him.
Oscar Peterson is not only the best jazz pianist in the world but right at home with classical. When Oscar died, I lost a musical friend. I am a jazz pianist and appreciate his contributions to music. Oscar Peterson rose above the bigotry, hatred in the world, and continues to shine as the brightest star. God Bless him as I know he is up there with Ray Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, Ed Thigpen, and Louis Armstrong. I am happy to have been able to appreciate Oscar's piano playing as he is my mentor.
Simply...more than thank you to the late Oscar Petersen for 60 years of listening to your music....it's been a blast... Hope I have a few more years of sublime entertainment ❤️🙏
Peterson is so versatile! He can swing on a fast blues or meditate on a ballad-like song like this! He is my favorite jazz musician. RIP Oscar Peterson! God rest his soul.
OSCAR IS THE BEST...Simply put...No one then or now can compare. A gift to us all from God. His concert in Vienna (on DVD) shows it. Even after suffering a stroke he was still able to play as if it had never affected him...the mark of a true musical genius. R.I.P. Oscar and Thank You.
Here Oscar Peterson brings music together with life and photography. Great vision and just so beautiful I feel the emotion so much I cried while listening to this recording. That never happened to me before and reflects on the power of music, emotion, myself being a jazz pianist and composer. Great.
Damian: The heart is a portal and sometimes our eyes are opened and we can see beyond the confines of this life into those other worlds which lead like a hall of mirrors into eternity . . . I would say this music reaches that level . . . at least we can listen and think about it all . . . and more importantly, if we're fortunate, we can feel where it takes us. Thanks to Oscar and thank you for your comment.
Ache..ingly beautiful if only someone could touch up the first 1 minute 30 seconds…..please !! This can’t be bettered as it’s a one off which almost precisely captured it’s essence, poetry !
I saw him play this at Monterey in 2006...he dedicated it to all his recently deceased musician friends...I've never felt so much emotion wrenched out of a piano, I actually cried.
for me Oscar P was one of the most gifted pianists in history. RIP Oscar
Oscar was is will be forever the best for acustic piano🙏♥️🧡❤️💙🤗
I think I've died and gone to heaven every time I hear this piece. What a gift.
Oscar is my hero. One of his characteristics that impressed me most was his respect for his audience. He knew we loved him and he loved us as well. What incredible talent!
Oscar's main voice was bluesy-swinging. This piece is so different, and it's so remarkable that he wrote it and had such varied dimensions in him. This piece is poetic, pensive, tender, wistful, evocative. Its melody and parts of Oscar's improvisation sink deep into you as only the greatest music does.
There is no season nor vista that isn't made more beautiful with the stylings of the great Oscar Peterson. Sorely missed and never to be replaced, in the hearts of those who loved and admired him.
Oscar Peterson is not only the best jazz pianist in the world but right at home with classical. When Oscar died, I lost a musical friend. I am a jazz pianist and appreciate his contributions to music. Oscar Peterson rose above the bigotry, hatred in the world, and continues to shine as the brightest star. God Bless him as I know he is up there with Ray Brown, Ella Fitzgerald, Ed Thigpen, and Louis Armstrong. I am happy to have been able to appreciate Oscar's piano playing as he is my mentor.
Very well said. A beautiful tribute to a true giant of jazz. You expressed it perfectly. Thank you.
What a lovely tune played by a master 🙏 thanks for posting.
Simply...more than thank you to the late Oscar Petersen for 60 years of listening to your music....it's been a blast... Hope I have a few more years of sublime entertainment ❤️🙏
Peterson is so versatile! He can swing on a fast blues or meditate on a ballad-like song like this! He is my favorite jazz musician. RIP Oscar Peterson! God rest his soul.
He was much loved, wasn't he?
So cryingly, heavenly beautiful. I can hear NHÖP on duobblebass and Ulf Wakenius on guitar. Thanks a lot for this gift, my friend.
One of Oscars most beautiful pieces. Thank you Oscar for leaving us with such beautiful music. RIP
And thank you to whoever recorded this piece!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very beautifull! R.I.P Oscar Peterson, i'm glad my dad gave me you're name.
OSCAR IS THE BEST...Simply put...No one then or now can compare. A gift to us all from God. His concert in Vienna (on DVD) shows it. Even after suffering a stroke he was still able to play as if it had never affected him...the mark of a true musical genius. R.I.P. Oscar and Thank You.
Outstanding jazz music.
This song and performance were made for our best comfort.
Just beautiful relaxing music, so smooth
Perfection...'Nuff Said!
what a beautiful song. such lyrical playing. simply amazing
Just sublime
oscar's compositions qare amazing! Un invitation to reflexion.
I hope some day, when I'll be gone, to have the chance to say him personaly how many times he maked me cry of pure emotion with his piano
Be ready for the lineup...:0)
God's beautiful earth and God's beautiful music.
All time my favorite, here it comes the summer.
I could listen to this all day
Me too but my throat gets all choked up... :)
Here Oscar Peterson brings music together with life and photography. Great vision and just so beautiful I feel the emotion so much I cried while listening to this recording. That never happened to me before and reflects on the power of music, emotion, myself being a jazz pianist and composer. Great.
He was a very tender, emotional player. He loved and at the same time greatly respected music.
Beautiful harmony.
Great Theme !
JUST BEAUTIFUL!! LOVE HIM : ) and love his music
Grandiosa interpretación del gran Oscar Peterson...
Damian: The heart is a portal and sometimes our eyes are opened and we
can see beyond the confines of this life into those other worlds which lead like a hall of mirrors into eternity . . . I would say this music reaches that level . . . at least we can listen and think about it all . . . and more importantly, if we're fortunate, we can feel where it takes us. Thanks to Oscar and thank you for your comment.
Devorah Caplan Beautifully spoken.
You are a poet.
Welcome summer 2012! It will be the best summer ever, because I spend my time with Oscar Peterson's music.
Não me canso de ouvi-lo.
Formidável!
Beautiful music thanks for post
A symphony crying out for an orchestra
How could 13 people thumbs down this? CMJ Canada
OSCAR PETERSON:"In a long canadian winter I wrote this song (A night in Vienna Concert)"
omg...so touching!!!
God Bless you ! Mny tks !
Great Creation !
no, that is just so amazing my friend.
A masterpiece.
Jan Brinkers
Timeless 😇
thats awesome
What a great idea. It helps usto know more about you, even though we may never meet. Of course... what could we say about Oscar?l
Hermosa melodía...
Ache..ingly beautiful if only someone could touch up the first 1 minute 30 seconds…..please !! This can’t be bettered as it’s a one off which almost precisely captured it’s essence, poetry !
Very well done, Mr. Inblack CMJ
amazing
My love. . .
fabuloso!
spend my life* with oscar peterson music. =]
dove le parole non arrivano, la musica parla...
hnn i love african music
Wha...?
Mixed with europian i guess...?
Ok, why not ..?
Is that a compliment or the doltish musings of a racist fool?
Fantastic. What album did this come from?
'A Night In Vienna' cd
@gooserockett Sorted!
so you're telling me that you listened to this at every one of the picture locations ?!
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