Oscar Peterson
Pianist

Oscar Peterson Net Worth

Oscar Peterson was a legendary jazz artist born in Montreal, Canada on August 15, 1925. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time, having won eight Grammys and released over 200 recordings. His influence on the jazz genre is still felt today.
Oscar Peterson is a member of Pianist

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day August 15, 1925
Birth Place Montreal, Canada
Age 95 YEARS OLD
Died On Dec 23, 2007 (age 82)
Birth Sign Leo

💰 Net worth: $1.6 Million (2024)

About

Considered one of the greatest jazz artists of all time. He was awarded eight Grammys and released over 200 recordings.

Before Fame

He was a trumpeter and Pianist at age five until a case of tuberculosis at age seven forced him to focus exclusively on the piano.

Trivia

He caused controversy in his time by forming trios that were racially integrated. His album, Oscar Peterson at the Stratford Shakespearean Festival, from 1956 was considered a highlight of his career.

Family Life

He was married four times and fathered seven children.

Associated With

He played as an accompanying Pianist to jazz icon Ella Fitzgerald.

Some Oscar Peterson images

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