Respect for Jazz Giants: Oscar Peterson “A Centennial Celebration”

Aug 15, 2025 at 5:00pm ~ Aug 16, 2025 at 11:00pm

In honor of legendary jazz pianist Oscar Peterson’s 100th birthday, this special two-night engagement pays tribute to his enduring legacy. Curated and hosted by celebrated New York-based pianist Tadataka Unno, who shares a birthday with Peterson on August 15, this performance series revisits iconic pieces with a powerful trio formation.

Joining Unno are bassist Brent Nussey and drummer Gene Jackson, both esteemed for their contributions to the global jazz scene. Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of swing, virtuosity and deep musical respect.

Supported by the Embassy of Canada in Japan
Hosted by Tadataka Unno featuring Brent Nussey & Gene Jackson

Details:

Dates: August 15 – 16
First Showing: Open – 5pm, Start – 6pm
Second Showing: Open – 7:45pm, Start – 8:45pm
*Each set is a 60-minute performance. Audience changes between sets.
Close: 11pm
(Food L.O 9pm / Drink L.O 10:30pm)

Tickets:

¥5,500 (tax included)
The fee is per person.
An additional order of at least one item per person is required.

Reserve now!

Information

Start: Aug 15th 2025 at 5:00pm

End: Aug 16th 2025 at 11:00pm

BLUE NOTE PLACE

https://www.bluenoteplace.jp/live/respect-for-jazz-giants-250815/

Arden Kreuzer

San Diego-born, Tokyo-based Arden is a writer and editor with a master’s in International Relations from Waseda University. With a background in sociology, East Asian history and journalism, she brings a thoughtful, cross-cultural lens to her work. As a senior editor at Metropolis Magazine, Arden works across print, digital and social media platforms, covering everything from cultural deep-dives to international affairs. Rain or shine, she can often be found on a terrace in one of Tokyo’s shitamachi neighborhoods, observing the everyday details that make the city so compelling.