I have come late to this version via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
If you ever want a definition of sheer musical genius, this is it. For me, this piece characterizes Oscar completely, and in my opinion was his best performance. He captures the mood of the piece perfectly. I can also honestly say I've never heard a better demonstration of keyboard agility. I also like all the other pieces on his mellowmood album which this is taken from. RIP
He had the lightest touch of any pianist I know. The speed comes from practicing since he was 5 years old. You don't get this proficiency any other way but early and intensive training.With this level of mastery of the instrument comes total freedom and he could play whatever inspired him without thinking. We are blessed to have him show us what can be achieved.
According to Oscar, he practiced 14 hours a day. His dad, who worked on a train, would be away traveling for several days, but before leaving, would tell Oscar that he'd better have mastered a certain piece before he came back.
He is always my wannabe jazz pianist! Howcome is it possible to be just perfect at every single technic and musical nuance..? Block chords, comping, solo, intro... Such a perfection.. And his ton sounds like, there is no stress for all this things :)
I'm totally shocked that anyone could thumb this down....I know this tune by Horace Silver very well but never ever heard Oscar playing it. I'm in total awe of his technical prowess... this has become my new favorite tune.
I also have never heard this version. Would you believe I came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
Sûre but Horace Silver was also à fabulous composer. Proof is that his tunes can be adapted by many différent style singers and players with equal or greater performance
As I listen to Oscar Peterson I constantly wonder how does any pianist get this good. He seemed to have complete mastery of the keyboard - what a player!
@@richardrandolph223 ...it doesn't necessarily follow that genius such as Oscar Peterson's would spring forth from the loins of musicians; he was a once in a multi lifetime talent. I had the pleasure of seeing him at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield - BLOODY HELL!
The piano sounds just wonderful. It really brings out his incredible lightness of touch. The way the chords hang in the air. Bud Powell sounds great on bad pianos, but Peterson's luxurious sound is really made for this.
In 1956 I bought th Jazz Messengers album including this number and was sold. Imagine when I heard this too. A superb song that I love to hear anyone play well. Peter B.
I've known for years of Peterson's monster talent, but the velocity of his solo on this number, as well as his rich understanding of Horace Silver's chord changes (I've studied the sheet music to this wonderful tune), leaves me with a pounding heart. Was Oscar Peterson the greatest jazz pianist of all time?
😂 Happy tears from the tune, the solo comes around and you summed it up better than I ever could. Thnx, u chrystalized some of my emotion into thoughts.
I can't decide what I like better...the burning double-time triads or the pretty 50's-style chord melody solo. It sounded a little like Lennie Tristano or maybe George Shearing.
This is one of my favorite recordings of Nica's Dream. The one by Silver is good and all, but imho OP takes the song to a whole another level with his breathtaking chords. Let me illustrate. In the opening, his harmonically rich playing is full of sophisticated emotions. Then the trio comes in, adding more dreamy quality. Not long after, OP embarks on his solo along with his signature licks of infamous technicality. In the closing note, his relentless velocity slowly, but finally comes to an end; an ending with simple, repeating chords.
I am always impressed with Oscar's ability to produce music that has so much depth with a driving rhythm that translates into a very pure form of creativity. The support of the bass and drums sounds like Niels Pederson and Martin Drew. Thank you for this posting.
Aos que pianistas, mesmo amadores, são, ele não dedilhou,mas simplesmente, de forma inigualável, navegou por todos os compassos, ritmos,e improvisos que só a alma dá, e,nele, transformada na magia das palmas, mãos e dedos!!!!.....
Wow! I grew up on Oscar, didn't realize so many were not hep to this amazing brother, and guess what! his biggest influence was not Art Tatum, it was Nat King Cole
I didn't know that! A lot of People dont realize what an amazing jazz piano player Nat King Cole was. I have an old album with a trio, Nat, Lester Young and Buddy Rich and it is fantastic!
Nat King Cole was and ABSOLUTE BEAST of a musician, but much better known for his singing. Sacha Distel had the same dilemma being a great looking dude and a hell of a guitar player who could also sing beautifully too. Easier to market a singer I guess?
Jazz is a form of musical expression that is exquisite beyond words. Every tune contains the potential for a good jazz musician to do marvelous, original things with it. If you happen to like it, great. If you don't happen to like it, just go away and listen to something you do like. I have never understood why people have to get into arguments about this music. There is something in it for everyone's taste.
Of all the Oscar Peterson recordings, the ones I think really show all his talents to the full, were those recorded in Villigen, Germany in the 60s, in a private home with what were brilliant recording technologies. This is a standout rendition of Nica's Dream. Also watch out for the trio's version of Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars in the same setting. stunning rendition.
jimraw1 could very well be correct in claiming that Oscar was backed by Sam Jones and Bobby Durham. I went into my collection and listened to 2 LP's from the "Exclusively For My Friends" series that Oscar recorded with Sam and Bobby. The arrangements of the songs on these albums is very similar to Nica"s Dream.Thank you for the correction.
I have not heard this version until today and love it but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
I have never heard this version but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
@djkcel It does sound like he wanted the head of the song to be a bit cleaner, but I wouldn't consider the solo to be dumbed down at all. It sounds like there are all kinds of crazy harmonies and mode changes going on in there.
Nica, Baronesa Pannonica de Koenigswarter. Gran dama, mecenas de Jazzistas. Albergó en su casa a Charlie Parker y a Telonius Monk hasta sus muertes. En su casa de NY se celebraron las más famosas reuniones del género, con la presencia de los mejores..Dios la tenga en su gloria.
I have never heard this version (or Earl's Dream which I must look up now) but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning. Just incredible what great jazz musicians can do with the same tune to make it their own.
The most mind blowing version of Nica's Dream I have ever heard.
no kidding!
Absolutely even the key change sounds really good
Agreed upon....
absolutely!
Fully agree same for me
Absolute class ,the best jazz pianist ever .
I have come late to this version via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
I completely agree.
Une chose est sûre : dans ce monde ou dans un autre (hypothétique), il n'y aura jamais de meilleur pianiste de jazz que Oscar Peterson ❤👍🎹👍❤
This is my favorite oscar trio piece. So moody, and he just dances oer the keys. Beautiful.
The accompanyment ain't bad either.
phenomenal!
If you ever want a definition of sheer musical genius, this is it. For me, this piece characterizes Oscar completely, and in my opinion was his best performance. He captures the mood of the piece perfectly. I can also honestly say I've never heard a better demonstration of keyboard agility. I also like all the other pieces on his mellowmood album which this is taken from. RIP
He had the lightest touch of any pianist I know. The speed comes from practicing since he was 5 years old. You don't get this proficiency any other way but early and intensive training.With this level of mastery of the instrument comes total freedom and he could play whatever inspired him without thinking. We are blessed to have him show us what can be achieved.
Oscar was truly along the lines of modern day, and classical pianist Lang Lang...in terms of velocity and touch.
According to Oscar, he practiced 14 hours a day. His dad, who worked on a train, would be away traveling for several days, but before leaving, would tell Oscar that he'd better have mastered a certain piece before he came back.
Peterson is a wonderful musical ocean. Fantastic music and musician
this is do doubt one of the best renditions of Nica's dream I've ever heard...just unreal!
The ideas that stem from his mind were completely amazing. I am just blown away by his innovation. RIP.
He is always my wannabe jazz pianist! Howcome is it possible to be just perfect at every single technic and musical nuance..? Block chords, comping, solo, intro... Such a perfection.. And his ton sounds like, there is no stress for all this things :)
I'm totally shocked that anyone could thumb this down....I know this tune by Horace Silver very well but never ever heard Oscar playing it. I'm in total awe of his technical prowess... this has become my new favorite tune.
I also have never heard this version. Would you believe I came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
Sûre but Horace Silver was also à fabulous composer. Proof is that his tunes can be adapted by many différent style singers and players with equal or greater performance
How beautiful is the interlacing of the piano and the bass !
Just perfect, can't be any better...
As I listen to Oscar Peterson I constantly wonder how does any pianist get this good.
He seemed to have complete mastery of the keyboard - what a player!
John Lee, i here he comes From a family of pianist
@@richardrandolph223 ...it doesn't necessarily follow that genius such as Oscar Peterson's would spring forth from the loins of musicians; he was a once in a multi lifetime talent. I had the pleasure of seeing him at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield - BLOODY HELL!
Oscar had such a beautiful and subtle touch---a master !!
Oscar was a monster! Loved everything he played! Thank you for posting.
Благодарю небеса за самого лучшего джазового пианиста и возможность наслаждаться его исполнением! ❤
The piano sounds just wonderful. It really brings out his incredible lightness of touch. The way the chords hang in the air. Bud Powell sounds great on bad pianos, but Peterson's luxurious sound is really made for this.
Oscar´s playing is always extremely especial and beautifull
Atrociously awesome. The best of the very best.
I love this..... One of the best things I ever listened to
In 1956 I bought th Jazz Messengers album including this number and was sold. Imagine when I heard this too. A superb song that I love to hear anyone play well. Peter B.
I've known for years of Peterson's monster talent, but the velocity of his solo on this number, as well as his rich understanding of Horace Silver's chord changes (I've studied the sheet music to this wonderful tune), leaves me with a pounding heart. Was Oscar Peterson the greatest jazz pianist of all time?
Yes he was....it wasn’t only about speed but powerful harmony and with a trio which Is not the same as playing solo.
You need to listen to more jazz and read more about it...
@@Rickriquinho Is "you" alnot01 or Lolo Forge?
😂
Happy tears from the tune, the solo comes around and you summed it up better than I ever could. Thnx, u chrystalized some of my emotion into thoughts.
Bought this album when I was about 18 in the mid 1970's! Fantastic music!
As always with Oscar, superb technique, fabulous touch and incredible musicianship.
I can't decide what I like better...the burning double-time triads or the pretty 50's-style chord melody solo. It sounded a little like Lennie Tristano or maybe George Shearing.
Wow ! The bassist is incredible !
+François Martel Ray Brown? I guess.
and oscar beyond that hahahah
Bassist Sam Jones and Bobby Durham drums :-)
..Ray Brown is de bassist
Si, es Ray Brown efectivamente
Przepiekne wykonanie pianisty i basisty !!!!!! SUPER !!!!!
Great interpretation......maybe one of the best....
Great version, thanks for posting it.
It doesn't matter how hard Oscar Peterson goes the music never loses it's pulse.
Otra muestra màs (y van .....) de lo excelso que es este intèrprete impar !!!!
This high notes sounds like little starts falling from the sky!
Just amazing!!!
My God, the scores maestro Peterson receives on youtube are amazing; an very well-deserved! He is incredible.
Os and Wes both nail this beauty, love it!
Thanks for mentioning Wes .. there are but a few greats
Had my headphones on while studin with 20 other rands, nobody else would hear what I was listning.. Im like "this is some good shit"
Thank you Oscar. Amazing as always.
Love this. I loved Joe Sample's version, but Oscar was the original 🐐
This is one of my favorite recordings of Nica's Dream. The one by Silver is good and all, but imho OP takes the song to a whole another level with his breathtaking chords. Let me illustrate. In the opening, his harmonically rich playing is full of sophisticated emotions. Then the trio comes in, adding more dreamy quality. Not long after, OP embarks on his solo along with his signature licks of infamous technicality. In the closing note, his relentless velocity slowly, but finally comes to an end; an ending with simple, repeating chords.
I am always impressed with Oscar's ability to produce music that has so much depth with a driving rhythm that translates into a very pure form of creativity.
The support of the bass and drums sounds like Niels Pederson and Martin Drew. Thank you for this posting.
Awesome bass playing
Aos que pianistas, mesmo amadores, são, ele não dedilhou,mas simplesmente, de forma inigualável, navegou por todos os compassos, ritmos,e improvisos que só a alma dá, e,nele, transformada na magia das palmas, mãos e dedos!!!!.....
Fantastic!
Wow! I grew up on Oscar, didn't realize so many were not hep to this amazing brother, and guess what! his biggest influence was not Art Tatum, it was Nat King Cole
I didn't know that! A lot of People dont realize what an amazing jazz piano player Nat King Cole was. I have an old album with a trio, Nat, Lester Young and Buddy Rich and it is fantastic!
Nat King Cole was and ABSOLUTE BEAST of a musician, but much better known for his singing. Sacha Distel had the same dilemma being a great looking dude and a hell of a guitar player who could also sing beautifully too.
Easier to market a singer I guess?
y Teddy Wilson
good Lord!!!!!
Jazz is a form of musical expression that is exquisite beyond words. Every tune contains the potential for a good jazz musician to do marvelous, original things with it. If you happen to like it, great. If you don't happen to like it, just go away and listen to something you do like. I have never understood why people have to get into arguments about this music. There is something in it for everyone's taste.
M A S T E R ! !
Beautiful !👍❤️
Master Piece
Of all the Oscar Peterson recordings, the ones I think really show all his talents to the full, were those recorded in Villigen, Germany in the 60s, in a private home with what were brilliant recording technologies.
This is a standout rendition of Nica's Dream. Also watch out for the trio's version of Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars in the same setting. stunning rendition.
Awesome! Great and always the number one.
Beautiful !!!
jimraw1 could very well be correct in claiming that Oscar was backed by Sam Jones and Bobby Durham. I went into my collection and listened to 2 LP's from the "Exclusively For My Friends" series that Oscar recorded with Sam and Bobby. The arrangements of the songs on these albums is very similar to Nica"s Dream.Thank you for the correction.
This is AWESOME!!, It should be illegal(in the good sense) to have such an inmense talent, please check the Sonora Ponceña version is AWESOME too.
Thank you!!!
amazing
My favorite!
A wonderful rendition of Horace Silver's Nica's Dream, with Ray Brown & Ed Thigpen.
Pretty sure this isn't Ray and Ed
Ed Vanderginst it's Sam Jones and bobby durham
There's nobody else with brushwork speed like Bobby Durham's, unmistakably Bobby, a dead giveaway.
No one has covered this version so good as Oscar did
I have not heard this version until today and love it but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
Grande immenso.ho avuto la gioia di sentirlo dal vivo.è sempre nel mio cuore❤❤❤❤❤😂
saw the same trio play this at the Colston Hall, Bristol 1970...extended version. brilliant!
музыкальный гений, но и басист великолепен
Monstrueux !!!!
Lots of comments on Oscar's playing, but the bass part is just killer and the recording is awesome and doesnt bury it as is often the case!!!
I love the line at 3:36 . Just wow
I have never heard this version but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning.
who ever disliked this should be sent to hell.
This song is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard
Absolutely marvelous. flight of the bumble bee..i heard it.
Give it to the Drummer!!!
Bobby Durham
With Sam Jones, Bobby Durham: 1967-68.
Simplemente único, inigualable!
My hero
이런 곡이 세상에 남아있어서 얼마나 다행인지 모르겠네요
thats amazing!!
OMG what is this amazin awesome play
@amtrakatsfnyc I actually think this from his earlier work - my guess its Sam Jones and Bobby Durham - I'm guessing 1968.
My most played track these days....a monster!
My mind has just been boggled.
Amaizing beatiffull the tallest master of all expression ,beatiffull perfection❤
The chills wont go away. Maybe I should call an ambulance.
@djkcel It does sound like he wanted the head of the song to be a bit cleaner, but I wouldn't consider the solo to be dumbed down at all. It sounds like there are all kinds of crazy harmonies and mode changes going on in there.
i don't think I will ever listen to any of Oscar Peterson play and think the song was dull or any other variation of that word.
And btw the (wonderfull) bassist is Sam Jones (not Ray Brown).
James West - great comment if you remove the word "Arguably" both times. No argument from anyone I know!
Peterson. That says it all!
Holy smokes!!!
Потрясающе, гениально
From the Album:
In A Mellotone
Anyone has the re- harmonization of the intro transcribed?
would love to hear it
Tremendous!!!!
j'ai toujours adoré oscar peterson
Incrível....
I sampled this and put some Dilla drums on it... #DOPE, Oscar never fails to inspire me.
am i on earth??
Yes 😊
The bassist deserves his flowers too 🙏🏾
Extraordinaria version...
@alnot01 Very much yes ( we can't include Art Taum because he was from another galaxy)
Nica, Baronesa Pannonica de Koenigswarter. Gran dama, mecenas de Jazzistas. Albergó en su casa a Charlie Parker y a Telonius Monk hasta sus muertes. En su casa de NY se celebraron las más famosas reuniones del género, con la presencia de los mejores..Dios la tenga en su gloria.
This surely must be a tribute to "Earls dream" by erroll garner, so much likeness in the intro come on...
I have never heard this version (or Earl's Dream which I must look up now) but came to it via video game music - a jazz cover of the Zelda Main Theme by The Consouls which was inspired (I think - I'll have to ask the band when I next see them) by the String Band take on this tune (ft Isao Suzuki with Ron Carter on bass, Roy Haynes on drums and Hank Jones on piano). A totally different feel from this but for me, equally stunning. Just incredible what great jazz musicians can do with the same tune to make it their own.