| Full Name |
Oscar Emmanuel Peterson |
| Date of Birth |
15 August 1925 |
| Place of Birth |
Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Date of Death |
23 December 2007 |
| Place of Death |
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Canadian |
| Education |
Private piano lessons; studied classical piano |
| Profession |
Jazz pianist, composer, bandleader |
| Years of Activity |
1940-2007 |
| Brief Information |
Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. He was known for his virtuosic technique, improvisation, and swing feel, making significant contributions to jazz piano throughout his career. His extensive discography and numerous awards established him as a prominent figure in 20th-century jazz music. |