Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival
Oscar Peterson · 1956
75 min · 11 tracks · blues · funk · bebop
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and original compositions showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano improvisation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- vibrant evening gathering atmosphere slow-burning emotional crescendos headphone detail hunting experience
- Context
- By 1956, Oscar Peterson was already an established figure in jazz, having released several acclaimed albums since his debut in the late 1940s. This album, recorded live at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival, represents a significant moment as it captures his engaging performance style during a period of increasing popularity and artistic experimentation.
- If you like
- blues, funk, bebop
Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival is an album by Oscar Peterson, released in 1956. A vibrant blend of jazz standards and original compositions showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano improvisation. This album is notable for its critical acclaim and for highlighting Peterson's ability to blend classical influences with jazz improvisation. The live performance setting added to its appeal, contributing to Peterson's reputation as one of the foremost jazz pianists of his time and influencing subsequent generations of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival sound like?
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and original compositions showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano improvisation. Rooted in blues and funk.
What makes Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival by Oscar Peterson notable?
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and for highlighting Peterson's ability to blend classical influences with jazz improvisation. The live performance setting added to its appeal, contributing to Peterson's reputation as one of the foremost jazz pianists of his time and influencing subsequent generations of musicians. By 1956, Oscar Peterson was already an established figure in jazz, having released several acclaimed albums since his debut in the late 1940s. This album, recorded live at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival, represents a significant moment as it captures his engaging performance style during a period of increasing popularity and artistic experimentation.
Who is Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival for?
Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival works well if you're into vibrant evening gathering atmosphere, slow-burning emotional crescendos and headphone detail hunting experience.
How many songs are on Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival?
Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival has 11 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Falling in Love With Love Standout 6:16
- 2 How About You? 5:53
- 3 Flamingo 4:59
- 4 Swinging on a Star 5:33
- 5 Noreen’s Nocturne 5:31
- 6 Gypsy in My Soul 6:23
- 7 Nuages 5:05
- 8 How High the Moon Standout 9:44
- 9 Love You Madly 8:01
- 10 52nd Street Theme 4:13
- 11 Daisy’s Dream Standout 13:26
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