1.Toronto Tribute event

the entire event!

Oscar Peterson Tribute is here:

Simply the Best

Recorded 1/12/2008 at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, ON

One of the world’s best known and influential jazz pianists, Oscar Peterson, died at the age of 82 on December 23, 2007. "Simply the Best" celebrates Mr. Peterson’s life through performance, memories and highlights of his spectacular career.

The event was hosted by Valerie Pringle and special guest speakers included former Ontario Premier Bob Rae, and Her Excellency the Right Honorable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, Phil Nimmons, Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder (via telephone), Celine Peterson and others.

Musical performers included Dave Young, Ulf Wakenius, Nancy Wilson, Measha Brueggergosman, Herbie Hancock, Gregory Charles and many others.

A Special thank you to Céline Peterson who published that link on her Myspace’s blog .