Oscar Peterson Centennial

2025 marks the centennial of Dr. Oscar Peterson, one of the great pianists in jazz history and a Canadian national treasure. It is fitting that his life and career be celebrated with this musical retrospective featuring some of Canada’s most important jazz musicians.

For the occasion, the Oscar Peterson Centennial Quartet was formed and will consist of pianist Robi Botos, bassist Mike Downes and drummer Jim Doxas. It is important to note that these musicians have won top honours at the Juno Awards over the past few decades. They are also pleased to welcome special guest guitarist, Jocelyn Gould.

This unique concert will highlight Mr. Peterson’s most famous and appreciated compositions, such as “Place St-Henri,” “Hymn to Freedom” and “Cakewalk.” Of course, great jazz standards will be intertwined with Oscar’s works.

As a prelude to the concert, there will be a multimedia presentation. Additionally, during the evening, Oscar Peterson’s youngest daughter, Céline Peterson, will join the quartet to offer the audience an intimate, anecdote-filled look into her father’s exceptional life and career.

Ms. Peterson and the Oscar Peterson Quartet are proud to join forces in 2025 to celebrate Oscar Peterson’s centennial and to introduce to the general public one of the most important musical figures in Canadian history.