Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson's 100th Birthday Celebration

August 15, 2025 marks the occasion of the Maharajah of the Keyboard Oscar Peterson's 100th birthday. For the occasion of his centennial and to commemorate his long history with Birdland, there will be celebrations for Peterson's birthday week both at Birdland Jazz Club and the Birdland Theater.

Celebrations at Birdland Theater

The celebrations of Oscar Peterson's Centennial in the Birdland Theater during his birthday week will feature performances from acclaimed pianists Robi Botos (August 15), Champian Fulton (August 16), and Ben Paterson (August 17). Each brings their own unique style to selections from Peterson's expansive catalogue, and attendees will be treated to three unique nights of music highlighting some of today's exciting pianistic talents while celebrating the legacy of one of their inspirations.

Each night, the pianists will be joined by Brandi Disterheft on bass and Jim Doxas on drums.

Performance Schedule

• August 15, 2025: Robi Botos with Brandi Disterheft & Jim Doxas
• August 16, 2025: Champian Fulton with Brandi Disterheft & Jim Doxas
• August 17, 2025: Ben Paterson with Brandi Disterheft & Jim Doxas