Oscar Peterson plays My Fair Lady
The Oscar Peterson Trio’s 1958 recording of My Fair Lady stands as a masterclass in how jazz royalty can completely dismantle and rebuild Broadway show tunes without losing an ounce of their theatrical charm. Peterson, alongside bass maestro Ray Brown and drummer Gene Gammage, brings a distinctly muscular, swinging, and deeply soulful perspective to Frederick Loewe’s celebrated melodies. Far from being a mere casual run-through of popular hits, this session showcases a trio operating at the peak of its telepathic communication, treating the sophisticated harmonic structures of the theatre as prime fuel for high-gear improvisation.
Peterson's performance throughout the album is a revelation of dynamic control and taste. While he was already world-renowned for his jaw-dropping, lightning-fast technique, this particular session highlights his profound gifts as an interpreter and storyteller. He approaches these familiar vocal melodies with a vocal lyricism of his own, using blues-inflected phrasings, rich block chords, and subtle rhythmic displacements. Rather than overwhelming the source material with unnecessary virtuosity, Peterson respects the inherently witty and romantic nature of the compositions, ensuring the core melody always shines through.
Artist(s): Performers - The Oscar Peterson Trio
Piano - Oscar Peterson
Bass - Ray Brown
Drums - Gene Gammage
Recording Info: Producer: Norman Granz
Recording Engineer: Val Valentin
Recording Location: New York City
Recording Dates: November 20 & 21, 1958
Sourced from a 4-track tape
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1 I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face 6:38
2 Get Me To The Church On Time 6:44
3 Show Me 6:23
4 I Could Have Danced All Night 5:22
5 On The Street Where You Live 5:37
6 Wouldn't It Be Loverly 5:36
7 The Rain In Spain 3:53
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