![]() At the age of five, Peterson began honing his skills with the trumpet and piano. It was in this predominantly neighbourhood that he found himself surrounded by the jazz culture that flourished in the early 20th century. Peterson grew up in the neighbourhood of in, Quebec. Biography Peterson was born to immigrants from the his father worked as a porter for. ![]() ![]() He is considered one of the greatest jazz pianists, and played thousands of concerts worldwide in a career lasting more than 60 years. He released over 200 recordings, won eight, and received numerous other awards and honours. He was called the ' of the keyboard' by, but simply 'O.P.' By his friends. In ', with (1950s) Background information Birth name Oscar Emmanuel Peterson Born ( )August 15, 1925, Canada Died Decem( ) (aged 82), Canada Genres, Occupation(s) Musician, composer Instruments Piano, clavichord, electric piano, synthesizer, organ, vocals Years active 1945–2007 Labels, Associated acts, Website Oscar Emmanuel Peterson, (August 15, 1925 – December 23, 2007) was a Canadian pianist and composer.
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