Oscar Peterson – It Ain’t Necessarily So

Some of OP’s solos can be insanely difficult and would require the patience of Job to learn and play. However, this version of It Ain’t Necessarily So is OP at his best – measured, swinging and incredibly cool.

I originally thought this version was from the album Porgy and Bess but I realise now that it’s not. If I find the album from whence it came, I’ll post it here. But in the meantime…

Posted on 5 February '10 by admin, under piano. No Comments.

Oscar Peterson – C Jam Blues

Here’s a great Oscar Peterson piano solo taken from his excellent Night Train album. It shows off what OP does best : swinging the pants off a blues.

Posted on 14 December '08 by admin, under piano. 1 Comment.