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Oscar Peterson opened two-week engagement at the Town tavern last night
Oscar Peterson opened two-week engagement at the Town tavern last night

Oscar Peterson opened two-week engagement at the Town tavern last night

Date1/11/1971
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Original Toronto Star caption: Oscar Peterson opened two-week engagement at the Town tavern last night. Critic Wilder Penfield says pianist has managed to keep up to date without altering his distinctive sound. His inspiration is still of '30s, but remains fresh.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0073481F
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