Name: A Time For Love: The Oscar Peterson Quartet - Live In Helsinki 1987
Brand: Oscar Peterson

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2024-02-09

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Oscar Peterson

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Mack Avenue

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With its *informative* and *authoritative* tone, Mack Avenue has become synonymous with quality music production. The label's commitment to showcasing exceptional talent across various genres has earned it a reputation for delivering outstanding albums and performances.

As an independent record label, Mack Avenue prides itself on nurturing emerging artists while also supporting established musicians in their creative endeavors. With its extensive catalog of releases, including collaborations between *renowned artists*, the label continues to push boundaries and explore new musical territories.

Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Peterson began playing piano at a young age and quickly gained recognition for his technical prowess and improvisational skills. Throughout his career, he recorded over 200 albums and collaborated with numerous renowned musicians. His distinctive style combined elements of swing, bebop, and blues, earning him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Peterson's contributions to jazz music continue to inspire aspiring musicians around the world.

With a career spanning over six decades, Oscar Peterson left an indelible mark on the jazz genre. His virtuosic piano playing captivated audiences worldwide, showcasing his impeccable technique and inventive improvisation. From his early days performing in clubs to sharing stages with legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, Peterson's talent shone through every note he played.

Not only known for his remarkable solo performances, Oscar Peterson also led various trios throughout his career. These trios featured some of the finest bassists and drummers in jazz history, creating tight-knit ensembles that showcased their collective brilliance. Together they crafted dynamic arrangements that pushed boundaries while remaining accessible to listeners.

The final gig of a long international tour that began with 4 concerts in Brazil, this date was the 14th of a European tour that took the quartet all over mainland Europe and Scandinavia. Anyone with any knowledge of jazz knows that the magic of consistent performing only makes the synergy and empathy of an ensemble - both substances this quartet has in mind-blowing quantity - better and better. That always dwarfs the fatigue factor, and sometimes results in sheer magic on a different plane.

That’s clearly what happened during this spectacular concert. As Kelly Peterson says: “Performing with joy and vivacity, they determined to make every concert better than the previous one. This night in Helsinki is a glorious example of that”- and a stunning addition to the con nuing legacy of this beloved master of music.

A Time For Love: The Oscar Peterson Quartet - Live In Helsinki 1987

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