I spent this past weekend in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. While wandering around the Parliament area, this eye-catching statue drew my attention. At the intersection of Albert Street and Elgin Street, right outside the National Arts Centre, stood the elegant statue of none other than one of the world’s most renowned pianists—not only famous in Canada but across the globe—Oscar Peterson (1925–2007), the son of Caribbean immigrant parents who had settled in Montreal.
He is regarded as one of the greatest Canadian jazz pianists, celebrated for his extraordinary speed and precision at the piano.
The bronze sculpture was created by Canadian sculptor Ruth Abernethy. The design captures the feeling that Oscar Peterson is actually sitting there at the corner playing the piano, and one can even enjoy listening to his music while standing near the statue.
It was truly an unforgettable and deeply memorable experience—etched in my mind as a lasting impression.
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