Oliver Jones Pianist Oliver Jones is considered one of Canada’s finest musicians. His career also intertwines with the proud history of jazz in his native Montreal, the thriving city that in itsheyday also produced Oscar Peterson, Oliver’s lifelong friend and continuing inspiration.Oliver was born and raised in Saint Henri, a predominantly working class area of Montreal, several blocks from Peterson, and young Oliver would sit on the Peterson porch, listening to the older boy practice. Oscar’s sister, Daisy Peterson Sweeney, became his first piano teacher, with lessons continuing for the next twelve years. These lessons solidified young Jones’ skills, which were already considerable; Oliver was performing publicly at age five, and by the time he had his first nightclub appearance, he was nine. Oliver’s six decade career has been rich and varied. Jones’ inspiration is not confined to the artistic community. He’s also the proud recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. award, celebrating his contributions to the Black Community in Canada and in his native Montreal. In 1993 he received the Order of Québec, the province’s highest honour, and the next year he was awarded the Order of Canada, for "outstanding achievement in the arts." In 2005, Oliver was honoured in Ottawa by Canada’s new Governor General Michaëlle Jean, as a recipient of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards for lifetime artistic achievement. A regular performer at the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, Oliver has frequently been asked to officially open the festival and has on more than one occasion been part of the closing gala. This performance will be without a doubt a most memorable event. Playing with Oliver will be renowned bassist Dave Young and celebrated drummer Norm Villeneuve. The second half of this evening’s performance will be a tribute to Oliver’s friend and mentor Oscar Peterson. Come and be part of the magic as they perform some of Oscar Peterson's most remarkable works as a tribute to the jazz legend. |
Sat., September 20, 2025 @ 8:00 p.m. On Sale August 19, 2026 1-800-265-0710 or 519-758-8090 Tickets $30.00 Reserved Seating Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts 88 Dalhouse Street Brantford, On |
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