Mr. Peterson is easily one of the most intelligent people to ever to walk this earth. His gifts are simply beyond measure. Please notice just how much he pays attention to his surroundings and the people he speaks with. He has a gift so great he should be studied by all musicians!!

@ikeabuchi1

6 жыл бұрын

rjenkins23853.. I have noticed this also

@Erroll21Oscar25

5 жыл бұрын

Added to that his sense of humor is very sharp and just a delight.

@MauriatOttolink

4 жыл бұрын

rjenkins23853 I reckon that most who are worth their salt, already do.

@continuo1685

4 ай бұрын

i wholeheartedly agree. he is the Bach of jazz

@reginaldgarner4321

Ай бұрын

@rjenkins23853, He should be studied by all non-musicians as well.

i just realize I am watching AN INTERVIEW for the third time.

@the83rdtrombonist60

3 жыл бұрын

It's like my 12th time

Shout out to all future historians! Also such a beautiful moment in music history. ❤

The soft tone of Oscar and Andre talking to each other as if there's no audience, no one in the room and with all the time in the world to spare. Their memories about all these wonderful musicians, their friendship-like effortless chatting. And then every once in awhile the pure gold of them playing. Sigh! :)

Brando said this was the greatest television hour of all time.

@svendbosanvovski4241

5 жыл бұрын

We have eyes to wonder, but lack tongues to praise. You never get tired of replaying Oscar, dare I say it - the greatest Jazz pianist, a man of inventive genius who hasn't real left us when we have all of those great recordings to enjoy.

@mademepickaname

2 жыл бұрын

When did he say this? Do you have a source? Not that I don't believe it, I'm just curious as to the circumstances of him saying it.

@cursedswordsman

2 жыл бұрын

who tf is Brando? Marlon Brando?

@danjameson1572

2 жыл бұрын

@@cursedswordsman yes

@mademepickaname

2 жыл бұрын

That's who I assume.

Oscar speaks just as eloquently as he plays

@MauriatOttolink

4 жыл бұрын

Jay A. An eloquent and refined man, as is of course André Previn...er WAS!

@noelhall945

3 жыл бұрын

Oscar Peterson is Canadian, and not an American.

@unknownkingdom

2 жыл бұрын

Delete this raciat comment immediately

@the1804warrior

2 жыл бұрын

This is a racial profiling comment… Grow up at least! I read the same comments in regards of Nat King cole or Wes Montgomery

@TimNelson

2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly stated. Oscar was a once in a hundred years kind of talent. Zero limitations. Could have done anything.

Oscar and Andre delightfully manage to make every pianist in the world feel like a schlump and at the same time inspire all of us to reach for whatever sliver of greatness is within each of us.

Mr Peterson was an intelligent absolutely gifted, brilliant jazzpianist

How in the world did I go 50+ years in my life and only discover Oscar Peterson just now? Where have I been? 😢

@neilpollicino80

Жыл бұрын

better late, than never

@wt0729

11 ай бұрын

Exactly. Me too!

@EricAdamsYT

2 ай бұрын

Same

@richardwhitemaphd

Ай бұрын

Exactly this! The magic of KZread.

Two legends - zero ego - so refreshing

I love Oscar Peterson's hands on piano

This is one of the greatest interviews I've ever watched in my life. Two extraordinary, intelligent musicians in ego-less conversation, how inspiring! You can feel the mutual respect and the admiration. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

@geoffreygraves848

5 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more. It's my favorite discussion between two musicians. Ever.

@jazzyg5831

5 жыл бұрын

Ditto! to all of the above

@reynaldomadridi7238

5 жыл бұрын

Well said!!!

@terrybader8595

4 жыл бұрын

Perfectly put. Peterson seems like the most generous soul.

@MauriatOttolink

4 жыл бұрын

coachineto... er Thank you. thank you, thank you, thank you! I got one more in there than you did!

OSCAR our Pride !! BLACK excellence. We do not TALK WE DO!! Happiness NOT NUCLEAR Weapons. BUT JOY not MISSERY, That is BLACK People's Philosophy.

What a class act, Oscar. Jeez.

Oscar Peterson and Andre Previn have the most fluid conversation about music I could listen to it 100 times. Thank you for your great talents

I heard oscar wanted to drop out of school because he told his father all he could think about was chords. His father said ok if you're going to be the best. I'd say he fulfilled that requirement!!

Two of the greatest pianists of all times.

Good lord, what a human and pianist. And conversations in settings like this are priceless.

So cute: OP confessing hearing Art Tatum, giving up piano for 2 mos. and crying at night! OP is my favorite jazz pianist, plus I love what a sweet soul he was.

This video is from 1974, fwiw. Thanks. Heard him with Ella Fitzgerald at the Fox - the one in Atlanta. Our seats were great, but it didn't matter: pretty sure we all floated beyond the space itself, into the night sky. Rest in paradise to Oscar and Andre Luis ✨️... and Art Tatum

Thank you Rick for leading me here.

What a beautiful elegant gentleman in the true meaning of the word

@wt0729

11 ай бұрын

Perfect description.

Magnificent! Mr.Peterson is not only a virtuoso, maestro, pianist genius, his intellect, humor and musicality is incomparable. He’s an educator and Andre Previn is a superb interviewer and musician. His admiration for Mr. Peterson is palpable and I wish I had seen this sooner in my life. I love this interview, I love their interaction and the respect for the other musicians and each other. Thank you for this treasure of music and for the education. Phenomenal! Mr. Peterson is incomparable!!! MBT 1/14/2024

His control of the piano is absolute.

Oscar mastered the piano like water in a river...free to flow...

Pure respect for each other. Great intellectuals.. Music perfectionists...

Peterson is one of the most well-spoken people I've ever heard.

Beautifully spoken and a genius musician. Oscar Peterson is a treasure and gift to the world. What a privilege to hear him play and speak.

Another beautiful happening. Oscar is so quick minded with his responses to Andre’s questions. Thoughtful, insightful, truthful and historically centered answers. I just got an advanced degree in music just watching and listening to this tonight!

@issadad

Жыл бұрын

Well said.

The word "genius" is tossed around to describe musicians. Oscar is among the very few who deserve the appellation. I'm referring to his musicianship, but in addition, he is among the rare musicians who are very articulate---able to describe whatever with nuance.

I am honored to say that I saw Oscar Peterson perform live at the Heinz theater in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania around 1977-78.

@emilgilels

4 жыл бұрын

Me too. Heinz Hall, in Pittsburgh. The "Cool" Jazz Festival.

@Crabbydon37

4 жыл бұрын

I was at that same concert! As I recall, he had Joe Pass with him...it was an incredible evening! D. Glander

Oscar Peterson was the greatest.

If everyone were like Oscar Peterson, we would have world peace...

@ronniewoodinsteadofmt2615

Жыл бұрын

My GOD what a comment

I wish as a human being I had Oscar Peterson’s highly commendable humility and humbleness …but for me to wish for his great genius and wisdom would be to wish for the impossible of filling a glass with a hole in its bottom with the very best of wines. And what a great conversationalist …a complete joy to both listen to and hear play! Great musician …great man!

You don't have to know anything about jazz to know you are watching a genius at the keyboard, and what a lovely human being.

@christophmessner6450

Жыл бұрын

Exactly

there r hundreds of languages in the world but a smile speaks them all

@davidbee8178

6 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said, Joan . . . musically speaking, this conversation is a smile AND a MASTERCLASS in staying true to yourself in style and substance. Happy playing and listening : ))

@kevineaves8027

6 жыл бұрын

joan hastings I no 9jib

@GiorgiIssakadze

6 жыл бұрын

great

@rjenkins23853

6 жыл бұрын

joan hastings how beautifully said

@markbra

6 жыл бұрын

People don`t respect you if you smile in wrong situation.

Two outstanding outstanding musicians. I love this . . . and as a teenager was there in the audience, spellbound.

Oscar Peterson was just the greatest.

@terrybader8595

4 ай бұрын

100%. Brilliant, a virtuoso musician and from all appearances, a very kind man.

Simply the greatest jazz pianist of all time. And I include Art Tatum.

@mortalclown3812

2 күн бұрын

The jam feels even from here, but I get it.

A beautiful gift of Music both possessed and offered up for our listening pleasure ❤

These guys are the ones I emulated growing up to play like them and learn all they knew so I can play like them. Now playing bass for 56 years now, just discovered this, SCARY HOW TIME DOES FLY.

Freaking brilliant answer to that first question. Instead of saying something demeaning to the other players inability to 'keep up' he simply states that it allows him the freedom to improvise with more spontaneity. Incredibly sick talent. Good lord I am a Rock guitarist who is now anxious to go out an hear some Art Tatum and Oscar Peterson recordings. Phenomenal stuff.

@dxdelafu

4 ай бұрын

Exactly!

@matthewgoldberg1461

3 ай бұрын

Find Oscar with the jazz guitarist Joe Pass.

@AladinSarsippiusSulemanagic

3 ай бұрын

Oscar, Joe and Niels henning ørsted pedersen 😉

Thanks for this, artfrob. It is a pleasure to listen to a conversation between two very intelligent and skilled musicians. This is my first real exposure to Oscar Peterson and he is a fantastic talent. One interesting extra: I find Andre's and Oscar's voices extremely soothing. If more people spoke in such a well-mannered way we'd probably be better listeners.

@audreysailer2753

6 жыл бұрын

‘Noe Berengena is

@itswaaaay2ez

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly.

Beautiful. RIP to these greats. Just love Oscar's openness and incredible skill on the keyboard.

Now Previn will meet Peterson in heaven and amaze the Gods. R.I.P.

This was a master class in Jazz appreciation. And such a great rapport between these two: At 20:23, Previn says, “Nat Cole not only knew what to play, but . . .” And Peterson finishes the statement almost simultaneously with Previn, “. . . what to leave out.”

Really enjoyed this. Intelligent, respectful, gently humorous discussion and outstanding musicality from Oscar. Wonderful!

two intelligent & articulate people having a interesting convo - glad it was done in front of a camera & mic - notice it was a BBC production

This is an interview/conversation of the highest calibre, love it

Have mercy, that blues he plays at 38:02 is the thing. Beyond just his ability to summon speed and dexterity his feel for the music, and the blues in particular, was absolute.

RIP Andre Previn

It's cool how tight knit the jazz community was. No rivalry, nor competition, just people in fellowship making good music.

R.I.P. Andre Previn

And the humanity stopped me in my tracks. I was in a recording studio with Garth Hudson (of The Band), and suddenly in the control room I heard this fabulous music and I asked the studio owner/engineer, Who is that? Oscar....

I remember watching this live, many,, many, years ago. I remember, probably erroneously, that the program went way beyond it's allotted time, but they just kept rolling late into the night. Even the crew realized something special was happening.

A thing people don't talk about so much with regard to Oscar is the fact that he's probably the best comper in the business. He never takes the easy way out when someone else is soloing, he invents! And it's never obtrusive or distracting, just the perfect melodic and harmonic accompaniment.

@joshuajenkinsmusic

7 жыл бұрын

I agree you with you, but there are definitely those who have different opinions and think his comping style is very intrusive (most of them are bass players)

@flamencobob

7 жыл бұрын

Niels Henning always seemed to enjoy playing with him - there's an element of counterpoint in Oscar's comping which, I suppose, might put a less flexible bassplayer off. I used to work with an otherwise excellent guitarist who would just panic if anyone tried to do anything other than just chug out the chords during his solos - he couldn't handle counterpoint or call-and-response-type playing unless it was rehearsed. I hear lots of places for other (fast-thinking!) people to play in Oscar's comping. Art Tatum would, I suspect, be a different matter.

I am reborn with these two giants

Such a pity that this film is incomplete and misses out of the stupendous finale where Oscar Peterson and Andre Previn duet together!

@DT-622

Жыл бұрын

here's the end: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z2Wat7Z9h8u-qdY.html

I was fortunate to discover classical music and Oscar Petersen as teenager in the 1950s when he was just beginning to record.

Utterly mesmerising: Both! Thankfully too, no one "whoo-hoo-ing", whistling or shrieking after the musical interludes to spoil. The conversation oh so fluid and respectful without indulging in egoism. Why are there no Grammies for such joyous events.

Oh this was just wonderful....an hour passed in 30 seconds for me.

Effortless admiration, skill laughter musicality respect and great story telling; these were the days when music was everything it was the instrument that shaped our lives- thank you both very much

Given the paucity of good music these days, this is an oasis. I love the breadth of BOTH musicians, and OP's breakdowns are mesmerizing. Most of all, his adoration of Tatum - unknown today - is a master musician acknowledging the musician's musician

@danlunham4478

Жыл бұрын

Excellent, JP. Beautiful.

What a lovely man. Talented beyond belief

Saw/heard Peterson play at a concert in the late 1970's He played two tunes solo...I had always loved/respected him as a giant of the keyboard. I can't tell you if each tune lasted 3 minutes or 12 minutes...Oscar truly "stopped the show" and made time stand still as the old line goes....Unbelievable talent....

This video is a real treasure. I wish this was mandatory for all great artists/musicians. :P To do a show like this in their life.

A very particular elegance in Oscar's hands when he plays.

Absolute genius. Highly intelligent and lyrical player. One of the best pianists there has ever been.

Great interview. Such humility towards Art Tatum as well.

So amazingly awesome--like getting to hear Mozart's and Beethoven's speak of their musical influences and contemporary insights--OP is among the greatest western genre musicians ever.

Artistic, Introspective & Beautiful Conversation & Music between 2 Giants..... So happy it's been preserved.....

00:02-00:45 You can taste some impressionism of that delicious stew. What a master Oscar was.

Sinatra once said that when he was a new singer everyone wanted to be Bing Crosby. He thought there were enough Crosby’s and he did not want to fall into that trap. Peterson had the same revelation about Art Tatum.

@user-ks6fr8mh1u

4 ай бұрын

Excellent revelation 👍 I am a jazz, blues, rock pianist and this is the take

@iscout61kenney10

2 ай бұрын

bing Crosby, can't get much stiffer and wooden than him. give me dean Martin anytime. sang live he loved life.

He reminds me of my grandfather, Papi. We have the same soft curly hair with the same side part. My younger cousin's hair was styled exactly like Mr. Peterson's. He has Papi's red eyes and similar face structure. Favorite memory is listening to Stevie Wonder's Master Blaster in Papi's giant green Lincoln. Kindergarten.

How I wish he had been my teacher. What a musician.

Oscar e Andre, SONO talmente due Geni e Talenti, che piu' Geni e Talenti Sono, piu' hanno una MODESTIA ECCEZIONALE E UN GRANDE RISPETTO PER TUTTO !! VERI GENI !!!!

Interesting how many people are coming here recently

I'm almost starting to cry when he described how much influence could be a bad thing. Such knowledge and understanding, Greatest words i ever listen.

@Josie5100

6 жыл бұрын

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@Josie5100

6 жыл бұрын

Play on

"AUTUMN LEAVES", A LONELY SONG- STILL WORKIN ON IT- GREAT PIANIST MR. OSCAR!

I am self learning the piano. 3 years now. Trying to learn more about people like this. Nrver heard of him. Seems extremely intelligent. Amazing player

@Lickhead

4 ай бұрын

watch some of the old Barry Harris masterclasses you will not regret

Totally magical interaction. Oscar Peterson is maybe the only musician I enjoy listening to as he describes what he does as I do when he does it.

@MHB48615

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking the very same thing. I almost enjoy listening to Oscar Peterson talk as I do hearing him play. Almost. He is just SO entertaining doing either.

can't get enough of this "interview" Wonderful, every bit of it.

Insanely awesome to be a fly on this wall. 🎹

I will have to thank Mr. Previn all my life for this amazing interview.

Wonderful. Just play something 😍

Profound. And why is nobody making programs like this any more?

@amindnew527

5 жыл бұрын

Who would LISTEN yet alone UNDERTAND??? whump der it is..:(

@velvetpaws999

5 жыл бұрын

Most people these days are medicated for ADHD, that's why, lol.

@kypdur4746

2 жыл бұрын

Jools Holland has started to do interviews like this since lockdown. Not at this level, but they've been interesting. BBC 4 still has plenty of excellent music documentaries as well, which is where I first watched this about 12-13 years ago. Made me appreciate Andrew Preview all the more.

This. This is why music is so important

@truthlivingetc88

7 жыл бұрын

no. this. THIS.

Wow! So musically satisfying. From 2 guys who are in the stratosphere of music. Loved the wonderful anecdotes as well.

Simply beautiful. And an intelligent conversation between honest, talented men. I could listen for days.

This interview gets me. Everything about it. It’s perfect!

A truly remarkable man As lucid and unburdened in speech as he was on the piano I could listen to him talk for days

Two great musicians.Really absorbing.

This is wonderful, thank you for posting. As someone mentioned... two articulate, musically mature artists speaking about the highest levels of both classical & jazz. Will watch this a few times.

What a treat

I don't know what to admire the genius of these two musician/ composers or the conversation. Well done.

I've said it before, but his nonchalance in doing what he does, is astounding.

What great and lovely men they are😊

The few seconds at 27:26 ! OP is the master of a perfect cadence

This is magical.

Wow... Thant was GREAT! Thank you, Oscar and Andre--and thank you, artfrob!