Oscar Peterson Plays The Cole Porter Songbook - Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson doesn't really fit conveniently into one jazz style or another in the way that Charlie Parker (bebop) or Duke Ellington (swing) do. But the one thing you can always be sure of is that he never stops swinging for a second. His infectious playing guarantees tapping feet among even the most apathetic listeners, and it's this universal appeal that makes him an excellent starting point for putative jazz fans. Though his music doesn't by any means lack depth, it is nevertheless instantly enjoyable by anyone, and this is further ensured by the quality of all his sidemen. Most of Peterson's most important recordings were in ...  Read the complete review