Oscar Peterson Note for Note

This fabulous book/CD pack features transcriptions of 18 piano solos by the legendary Oscar Peterson, taken directly from the original recordings. The solos are divided into two groups: 8 originals (Blues for Big Scotia, Chicago Blues, Hogtown Blues, Hymn to Freedom, Nightingala, Night Time, Place St. Henri, The Smudge) and 10 selections in "Oscar Peterson Plays the Blues" (Blues Etude, Blues of the Prairies, Gay's Blues, Greasy Blues, Kelly's Blues, Oscar's Boogie, R.B. Blues, Riff Blues, Ron's Blues, Texas Blues). Includes an intro by the editor complete with performance notes, a welcome letter from Oscar Peterson, and great photos, with Oscar's captions, throughout. The CD contains performances of each transcription played by gifted jazz pianist Miles Black.