Recorded live in Paris in 1978, this album captures Peterson in a trio setting with Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen and Louis Hayes. The repertoire draws heavily from the jazz standard, with Peterson's signature swing and blues-inflected improvisations on full display.
- The album was recorded live at Salle Pleyel, Paris on December 15, 1978.
- It features a notable rendition of "Georgia on My Mind."
- The album reached number 11 on Billboard's Jazz Albums chart.
Oscar Peterson was a Canadian jazz pianist known for his virtuosic technique and lyrical improvisations. By 1979, he was an established giant of the jazz piano world, releasing music prolifically for Pablo Records.
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