Book
Oscar Peterson : the man and his jazz / Jack Batten.
This book is the story of a black kid from a Montreal ghetto who reached accliam in the great music halls of the world.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781770492691
- ISBN: 1770492690
- Physical Description: 165, [9] p. : ill., ports. ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Toronto : Tundra Books, c2012.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. [167] and [170-174]), discography (p. [168-169]), and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Oscar's excellent debut -- Five kids and one piano -- The story of jazz -- Two teachers and the teachers' pet -- The most famous pianist in Canada -- Norman takes charge -- Racism -- Oscar's trio finds its groove -- Grief, trouble, and change -- Sacrifice and success -- Oscar's toys and pastimes -- Oscar's courage. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Peterson, Oscar, 1925-2007 > Juvenile literature. Pianists > Canada > Biography > Juvenile literature. Jazz musicians > Canada > Biography > Juvenile literature. |
| Genre: | Biographies. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Portage la Prairie Regional Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Other Formats and Editions
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portage la Prairie Regional Library | J 786.2165092 PET (Text) | 3675000199336 | Junior Non-Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
