Oscar Peterson, one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time, was born on August 15, 1925, in Montreal, Canada. He was renowned for his virtuosic technique, smooth style, and ability to blend various jazz genres, particularly bebop and swing. Over the course of his career, Peterson became known for his exceptional improvisational skills and his influential recordings, working with jazz legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Ray Brown. He earned multiple Grammy Awards and was highly regarded as a true giant of jazz music.
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