Episode 311-Art Tatum,Oscar Peterson,Geri Allen,Brad Mehldau

Part 3 of pianists described by Robert Doerschuk in his book 88-The Giants of Jazz Piano.

I start by talking about Art Tatum who is " by consensus the greatest jazz pianist who ever lived".

Then I move on to the man that Tatum himself considered his 'heir apparent'. Montreal's Oscar Peterson.

Then the recently desceased Geri Allen, with her 'bracing rhythmic interactions'. Her ability to separate her left and right hands was astounding!

Lastly....a pianist considered to be one of the most important pianists of his generation: Brad Mehldau. And, given the upcoming change in seasons, the tune of his to finish off this episode seems quite appropriate.