Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar
This riveting music documentary traces the history of Jazz piano legend Oscar Peterson, from his early days as Montreal's teenage Boogie-Woogie sensation through his meteoric rise to international celebrity with Norman Granz and the ground-breaking Jazz at the Philharmonic and beyond. In this award-winning autobiographical portrait, legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson narrates his story, from his beginnings in smoke-filled Montreal clubs to hallmark performances with jazz greats. Concert footage includes an unforgettable combo -- Nat King Cole with Jazz at the Philharmonic and the Oscar Peterson Trio Wall reunion. Quincy Jones, Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie are interviewed, among others.
Directed by William R. Cunningham · Written by Bruce Garvey
Cast
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Oscar Peterson Narrator - Oscar Peterson Self
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Ray Brown Self -
Herb Ellis Self -
Ella Fitzgerald Self -
Dizzy Gillespie Self - Norman Granz Self
- Jeff Hamilton Self
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Herbie Hancock Self -
Quincy Jones Self -
Dudley Moore Self -
Ed Thigpen Self
Make it a double feature
3h 28m together
Oscar Peterson: Music in the Key of Oscar
August Rush
A close match in mood and era.
