In the early 1960s, Oscar Peterson was renowned as the best pianist in all of jazz music. His Canadiana Suite made its debut on CBC's The Wayne & Shuster Hour in 1964. It is a tribute to the diverse landscapes of Canada, drawing inspiration from his travels by rail across southern Canada. One of the songs in the suite, "Place St. Henri," pays homage to the Montreal neighbourhood where Peterson grew up.
Video: CBC From The Vaults
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