Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards
Oscar Peterson · 1987
57 min · 9 tracks · blues · funk · bebop
Elegant piano melodies intertwine with vibrant rhythms, capturing the essence of classic jazz standards.
Why this album works
- Best for
- vibrant rhythms for social gatherings elegant melodies for relaxed evenings dynamic exploration of classic standards
- Context
- By 1987, Oscar Peterson was a celebrated jazz pianist, recognized for his virtuosic skills and innovative style. This album came in the latter stage of his prolific career, following decades of influential recordings and performances that cemented his status in the jazz world.
- If you like
- blues, funk, bebop
Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards is an album by Oscar Peterson, released in 1987. Elegant piano melodies intertwine with vibrant rhythms, capturing the essence of classic jazz standards. This compilation of jazz standards showcases Peterson's mastery and has been pivotal in introducing new audiences to classic jazz. The album received critical acclaim and remains a significant representation of Peterson's work, reinforcing his legacy as one of jazz's greatest pianists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards sound like?
Elegant piano melodies intertwine with vibrant rhythms, capturing the essence of classic jazz standards. Rooted in blues and funk.
What makes Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards by Oscar Peterson notable?
This compilation of jazz standards showcases Peterson's mastery and has been pivotal in introducing new audiences to classic jazz. The album received critical acclaim and remains a significant representation of Peterson's work, reinforcing his legacy as one of jazz's greatest pianists. By 1987, Oscar Peterson was a celebrated jazz pianist, recognized for his virtuosic skills and innovative style. This album came in the latter stage of his prolific career, following decades of influential recordings and performances that cemented his status in the jazz world.
Who is Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards for?
Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards works well if you're into vibrant rhythms for social gatherings, elegant melodies for relaxed evenings and dynamic exploration of classic standards.
How many songs are on Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards?
Compact Jazz: Oscar Peterson Plays Jazz Standards has 9 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Swingin' Till the Girls Come Home 5:42
- 2 Con Alma Standout 6:58
- 3 Joy Spring 7:00
- 4 I Remember Clifford Standout 9:45
- 5 Love You Madly 7:58
- 6 Bags' Groove 5:40
- 7 When Lights Are Low 4:10
- 8 Waltz for Debby Standout 5:51
- 9 52nd Street Theme 4:25
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