Discover the trailblazing music of Oscar Peterson as the National Music Centre celebrates his 100th birthday. Join Calgary's own Sheldon Zandboer as he interprets the music Peterson made famous.
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August 2 - 12:45 pm and 2:15 pm
August 9 - 12:45 pm and 2:15 pm
August 16 - 12:00 pm and 2:15 pm
August 30 - 12:30 pm and 1:45 pm
Performances take place in our special exhibition, Timeless: 100 years of Oscar Peterson.
Included with Studio Bell admission.
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ABOUT SHELDON ZANDBOER:
Calgary’s finest jazz pianist, composer, arranger, instructor, and author – Sheldon Zandboer is one of the most musically diverse and proficient piano/keyboard players in Western Canada. Specializing in jazz piano and widely recognized as one of Canada’s premier jazz talents, he has appeared on many recordings, theatre projects, song writing projects, jazz concerts, and film soundtracks. Sheldon has performed globally since 1977 which makes him one of the most experienced keyboard player/pianists in Canada. He has performed jazz before Queen Elizabeth, as well as the other members of the British Royal Family, international dignitaries, Heads of State, and publicly on four continents.
ABOUT TIMELESS: 100 YEARS OF OSCAR PETERSON:
Timeless: 100 years of Oscar Peterson commemorates the centenary of one of Canada’s greatest musical legends. The exhibition celebrates the extraordinary life, music, and legacy of the virtuosic jazz pianist, composer, and humanitarian who captivated audiences around the world.
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This programming is made possible by the Radomski Foundation.
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