Grand Piano 3 - Oscar Peterson & Michel Legrand - Watch What Happens

Oscar Peterson, Michel Legrand & Claude Bolling, from 1984.
Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen - Bass
Martin Drew - Drums
Second generation VHS copy.

[@RodZilla11]

OSCAR PETERSON, is god tier on the piano. How he remembers all of those intricate rifts, chords, progressions, inversions, and key changes is beyond me. And at any speed and tempo. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@harrygio1]

Two geniuses displaying unbelievable talent all at once. This one of Legrand best and prettiest songs and no two could ever do it better. RIP both of you and know you are gone but not forgotten.

[@leojbramble]

I've always admired Legrand's genius as a composer, but am slightly embarrassed to admit that I had no idea his piano chops - JAZZ piano chops - were at this level. Playing with Peterson, and holding his own. Respect.

[@daviddessites2466]

Michel, that I got the chance to know personally, was a tremendous jazz pianist. He was completely inhabited by something divine when he was playing. I am working for 7 years on a documentary on him that should be released for the big screen at the end of the year in France.

[@solecaring1230]

Unfortunately Legrand was outsmarted by Oscar Peterson's style of playing with depth and ingenuity.

[@loujug1]

Nice to see a bunch of musicians just playing and enjoying themselves...no funny faces ...no funny dress ...just straight talent and love of what they are doing.

[@Forkygolach1]

Just noticed the way that Michel Legrand is looking at Oscar Peterson like an admiring puppy ! Fantastic - the admiration of one world class musician for another !

[@musamor75]

You're right, I noticed it too. Michel departed this morning in Paris France. He was 86. Our national radio station, France Musique, is doing an hommage to him all day today. He was a monument in himself. As to Oscar, my God, words don't suffice . All the best from France.

[@geraldstpeter7270]

Sandy.. a meld of musical masters, I agree the ultimate of world class.

[@michaelchapman4955]

'Just saw this duet on Michelle's "Watch What Happens" for 1st time & was Elated to see their admiration for one another !!

[@qpdoggy]

I agree. I noticed this too. It was so beautiful. What divine magic.

[@PieInTheSky9]

You can tell Michel Legrand is absolutely blown away when Oscar starts to play. Oscar completely transcends the music.

[@michelmenouillard3149]

magnifique

[@yvespenhoat6775]

Shit legrand much better

[@markcocker1262]

Jazz doesn't get any better than this.

[@exjazzbassbaz]

pure class.the look on michels face when oscars playing says it all.i sense real love between everybody here.n.h.o.p my hero.our own mighty world class martin drew.wonderful stuff.

[@dipsyfriday]

Two of the greatest pianists ever - BUT, Niels-Henning went BEAST MODE on that bass solo!!!

[@Zxx459]

Sh#$%t the f#$$%up with your beast mode..fool

[@JoseTorres-ft4xk]

What a video, wow. I'll treasure this forever. RIP MASTERS (in big letters) and thank you for leaving this to us who still love and appreciate what you did.

[@brucekuehn4031]

This is what makes KZbin great! Wonderful to listen to the music but to see them play together does add to the appreciation - wow, they really just did that! Put them together and Watch What Happens (couldn't resist).

[@alexforest1]

I definitely agree this a jewel in the crown of two great musicians. This is what I love about KZbin all this great music and other knowledge and the list is endless. Thanks for sharing this amazing concert. 💗💗

[@roadchapman5870]

Je suis triste aujourd'hui nous venons de perdre Michel Legrand, un immense artiste.

[@kittykatzcenteno7160]

MOI AUSSI.

[@jazura2]

Et moi aussi..

[@aymericlemartelot978]

Un type prétentieux surtout même si son talent est indéniable ( mais très surestimé )

[@michellepetitlion6772]

Il en fallait un, Aymeric Le Martelot... Et c'est vous qui remportez ce jour la palme d'or de l'intervention la plus sotte... Tous mes compliments. Un grand merci pour votre participation !

[@michellepetitlion6772]

Il est parti pour être autre Monde mais nous laisse en héritage des quantités de belles mélodies, de belles histoires, de parapluies, de demoiselles, de peaux d'ânes, de poésie, de folie !

[@mariateresavalenzuela8824]

BENDICIONES PARA SU FAMILIA. UN ABRAZO DESDE CHILE.

[@MrJazzologist1]

Michel showed his awesome talent here with wonderful improvisations.

[@clivelange7879]

they sure dnt do them like this anymore...its simply a magical journey this music...love it

[@jazzriversidedr3743]

It's 2 Musical giants who truly appreciate One another.....

[@kroolwrld]

Wow Oscar Peterson is actually playing phrases from umbrellas of Cherbourg amazing

[@xaviercoll]

I cannot stop watching this !

[@Forkygolach1]

absolutely astonishing. There are times during this that I cannot help but giggle and laugh in admiration at the talent on show. Thank you all gentlemen !

[@mariateresavalenzuela8824]

GENIO MUSICAL. UN DELEITE REGALO PARA NUESTRA VIDA. GRACIAS DON MICHEL LEGRAND.

[@anonymusum]

Playing with Oscar was like a suicide mission for another pianist. It took a lot of courage - so kudos to Legrand.

[@vikiavroom9286]

Your compositions and your playing have made my heart sing since I was a 5yo child. My parents were fans especially my Dad, thanks to them. Thank you Michel. RIP

[@francoispouyanne4383]

Le regard admiratif de Michel sur Oscar !!!!

[@sarapineda2109]

WOW!! Union of two geniuses, feel like I died and went to heaven,

[@louquatorze]

Quel magnifique et magique trio de musiciens qui visiblement prennent du bon temps. C’est un grand moment de musique jazz

[@amtrakatsfnyc]

This is a classic performance by 2 masters of the piano. We should also make a strong note that recognizes the superb talents of bassist Niels Henning Orsted Pederson and drummer Martin Drew who along with Joe Pass made some very outstanding performances with Oscar. Thank you for sharing.

[@Carlos40495]

I watched Oscar, Niels and Martin along with Ulf Wakenius in guitar when they performed here in Buenos Aires. However Oscar came with his left hand affected by the stroke he had sometime ago. Anyhow the emotion was great.

[@michelleeb3963]

Michel etOscar, et NHOP , 3 géants! merci pour tant de cadeaux! rest in peace everybody...

[@brunapace6649]

🎶Quel DUO sensationnel ❤🎹🎶

[@autumnleaves2766]

I remember seeing this on TV in the UK some years after it had first been broadcast. Just gorgeous. Of the three, Oscar Peterson is the only one I ever heard live, also in 1984. Love the way composer of the tune Michel Legrand looks over in awe at what Oscar Peterson does with the piece. Great to see and thanks for posting this.

[@berrbonberrbon]

Four of the best ones in their art and skills!

[@johnsavage5539]

The GREATEST EVER playing one of his compositions

[@ejjurej8186]

EXCELENTE.....3 MESTRES IMORTAIS NO MELHOR PIANO DO MUNDO..BRAVO BRAVÍSSIMO....PARA ASSISTIR MILHARES DE VEZES... abs. Eduardo Jorge Rio de Janeiro Brasil

[@steveloguercio4594]

This was in the mid 80’s. Oscar Peterson was 60 yrs. old and did some of his best playing. Michel Legrand, probably one of the best composers and no slouch on piano! This swings so hard, no strobe lights or smoke, definitely fireworks in the performance!! Martin Drew and NHOP more than pull their weight, love the way they trade 8’s and still keep it swinging! Gone, but never forgotten.

[@MaryannaChanteuse]

Deux grands parmi les grands et non seulement ça, un duo piano Legrand/Peterson de qualité ... !! Superbe Jazz-Blues.. !!!!

[@dndiag-nostic2816]

Michel Legrand les moulins de mon coeur

[@poppop21224]

Two giants on the stage at the same time. Will we ever see the likes of them again?

[@performanceconfidence]

What a blessing to have this playing! That touch is unforgettable!

[@AxistubeToulouse]

Michel Legrand forever !

[@ChannelMaster720]

Two fantastic piano musicians from two different countries, playing perfectly together and really enjoying their time together. I love both of them. SYLVIA! FL 10 19 2020

[@Steviepics]

I may have said it before, but the frisson I always feel when Legrand picks up from Peterson's elegant meditation and the rhythm section comes in simply divine. Someone previously asked, 'is this what Heaven is like'? I very much hope so.

[@peterforklif]

Looking thru the list of comments its so nice to see that there are people like me who appreciate the talent of these two pianists...not forgetting the bass and drums that provide the vehicle for lead instruments to ride on....just be yourself Jim Paterson i like your comment.....

[@bobrushford]

Magnificent artistry all around.

[@soifdesagesseenpartagepac4508]

Un mélange d’amour et de folie transmis par ces dizaines de doigts en furie...et nous, nous nous délectons de ce cocktail de notes lancées à toute allure. Merci à ces grands artistes de nous envoyer au xième ciel. Pierre Cool (mélomane compulsif)

[@evifnoskcaj]

Seriously...holy shit! They're all unbelievable!

[@MrLinoventura]

Bravo Michel ! Superbe Oscar.......merci Claude !

[@PaulBerson]

Beyond Awesomeness Wonderful 🎶💕🎶💕🎹💗🎼🏄🥇🥂

[@ChantalPlayPiano]

*Chaque jour dans le monde, parmi les gens qui meurent, il y a des gens géniaux...* *Heureusement, chaque jour dans le monde, parmi les gens qui naissent, il y aura aussi des gens géniaux...* 😍

[@alexdesslin]

nul, c'est de la philosophie de comptoir de bistrot de trou à "rien" !

[@mariateresavalenzuela8824]

MAGNÍFICOS

[@eliotmccann2589]

The look on Michel's face at 1:44 speaks volumes. Wonderful stuff all round.

[@ireneyeung1025]

Two legends

[@BrunoGebarski]

The Genius of Oscar Peterson is particularly to be heard starting 2:57 | Mind blowing succession of chords to say the least leaving soloist Bolling and Legrand in the dust...

[@yvespenhoat6775]

Bruno Gebarski What fucking dust?

[@melzaquesilvestrecaetano1673]

Oscar Peterson. Gênio.

[@timjazznlterbals6629]

I like it so much....the eyes and asking great Oscar and great Michel that did all for good music

[@joemankowski3898]

You could study piano for 100 years, eight hours a day, and still not achieve the level of genius both of these men had! Just unbelievable!!

[@nathanperrin6296]

I'm a big boy, why is this bringing me to tears..

[@obergssin]

So gorgeous .. Thanks so much for this treasure .. I love the overhead first shot of Oscar and his hands moving over the keyboard. So much musical love between them ...

[@anynhi]

Omg, Oscar Peterson followed Michel Legrand with such precision @ touching! I didn't even notice when he did start to play.

[@liaisonsus]

Wow, such beautiful music and brilliantly executed! I miss Michel Legrand...

[@MichaelBranque]

D'abord, première écoute, quelle virtuosité ! Mais aussi quelle construction sous-jacente derrière tout ça… Et que de talents ! Et de complicité aussi. Just great jazz !

[@kendorn666]

genius song writer meets the genius song interpreter and listen to what happens.

[@laurent7549]

Je tombe par hasard sur cette vidéo avec ces 2 incroyables pianistes

[@MrGregga1114]

2.36 m el gesto de admiración de Michel Legrand al quedar estupefacto por la creación sublime y manejo del instante de Oscar Peterson con absoluta perfección y buen gusto, maestro de maestros del piano de jazz

[@thenov1944]

Went to a concert in Mpls, Mn . years ago , VERY large sell out at Orchestra Hall in Downtown Mpls. Worried I would not get a seat . The ushers set up some chairs on the STAGE ! Well never to forget concert , just feet from Oscar & seeing the keyboard ! Looking out into the audiance & here I am Right next to Mr. Oscar Peterson ! ! !

[@ludovicgauthier6001]

RIP dear Mr LEGRAND....!^^

[@jimsnr1946]

Although I'm getting on a bit now,I've finally "mastered" Watch what happens.After hearing Oscar's version,I feel like giving up.....the man is pure genius.If I lived to be 100,I would still be in awe at the "master".One disgruntled 66 year old....lol

[@demetriushouser4459]

two geniuses

[@cdb7876]

Oscar's LEFT HAND matching his right hand runs is 1 amazing reason he and Mr. Art Tatum are the 2 greatest piano players to have ever graced this planet! I believe Mr. Peterson is 60 years old in this video! Kudos also to some stellar stand up base!

[@francoismathus]

pffffffff Fantastique!!!!! Un grand moment!! Des grosses pointures!!!

[@adbarnes57]

Awesome!!! Missing these talented persons. Thankfully we have the recordings and video to cherish their greatness. Much love fans and all good things!!!!!! HEY Bayne Bacon you seeing this...swinging!!!!

[@michaelchapman4955]

Michel Legrand's "Watch What Happens" Soon became a Jazz Standard Rembrandt globally & remains Such on January 16th, 2023

[@TheMarge333]

Smutny dzień [*] Kino francuskie zawsze kojarzy mi się z muzyką Michela.

[@eguirald]

World class musicians performing to perfection! (The piano arrangement of the beguiling Recit de Cassard was particularly inventive and expressive.)

[@jenniferbate9682]

Michel Le grand ! So French….love them both. ❤❤

[@oscarlfem]

GRANDES GENIOS DEL SIGLO XX Y ETERNAMENTE INOLVIDABLES.-.-

[@Dinhonog]

Just Wonderful

[@ericherbomel1704]

Oscar Peterson le plus grand pianiste "swingger man" de tous les temps

[@eduardomandiola7138]

This is just OWESOME!!!!

[@francoismontrelay]

NHOP’s sophisticated play perfectly matched those two geniuses.

[@mariehone7130]

Adieu Michel Legrand . Nous t'aimons .

[@carlhudson83]

monsieur Legrand tearing it up with the Maharajah.. His face in the background as Oscar plays his tune.. Farewell dear soul.. X

[@electric8668]

Oscar Peterson was untouchable other than Art Tatum there was none better.

[@lyndonholcomb9337]

It may be just me, but I really prefer Peterson over Tatum. Peterson, Bill Evans, and Marc Martin are the ones that really turn me on.

[@electric8668]

@@lyndonholcomb9337 Art Tatum played a early style of jazz and I too prefer Oscar Peterson. However, Art Tatum was unmatched technically in his playing. Elmo Hope and Teddy Wilson are also nice.

[@DihelsonMendonca]

The impression I had after watching carefully, is like a master and his piano lessons pupil. Michel Legrand is a great composer, fantastic, but here, the pianist is Oscar Peterson. Oscar transcends everything Michel thought about his own music. Look how Peterson plays with the harmony at the final of the theme presentation. My goodness ! What I have done to see on the same stage Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans, or Chick Corea... 🎷🙏🙏👍❤️❤️

[@anamcmahan1883]

Fascinating!

[@4588ron]

Beautiful

[@ianbolton9786]

I love the music of Michel Legrand and have written a guitar piece in his style. It's called Waltz For Mrs K and is on KZbin.

[@eranimongelos5749]

BravoooooO !!!!!!

[@anamcmahan1883]

Heavenly.

[@TheAfrocubana]

WOW, I am speechless! No hay palabras.... The best of the best...

[@wdilks]

WOW!

[@gustavoazevedo9736]

omg, that's just beautiful! imagine nowadays, "they" (not them, new artist maybe) would record a 15-second lick and we would lose this fantastic play! music is essential for our lives, and music is minutes long. That's for sure!

[@jalenwyn2639]

Amazing!!!

[@yannickgomez1863]

Legrand si touchant, le regard émerveillé comme un enfant devant Peterson. Quelle tristesse... Un géant de la musique touche à tout.

[@ИванДенежкин]

Fantastica! Super!

[@warrendoris2758]

DAMN!. See game recognize game. two Giants!

[@markwaterman6350]

Wow!!! Oscar Peterson was Simply. An utter genius are not a genius. But Michelle Legend was also an incredible jazz pianist!!, not to mention an unbelievable composer!! I miss them both dearly!!!

[@peterdurkin1499]

Love Oscar. Fantadtic

[@gperalta48]

NO HAY MAS! BESTIALES POR SIEMPRE.

[@UltimateJazzyQuintet]

SO PHENOMENAL THE THREE* SALUTATIONS

[@IainDuncan-ie6oh]

I would agree totally with all admiring comments?

[@dagostinoification]

Deux géants magnifiques ! ..J'ai eu la chance d'être dans une soirée club au club latitude de Val d'isere , en compagnie de Michel Legrand , un homme très gentil en plus ! j'accompagnais Rhoda Scott a la batterie...superbe souvenir en 1992 .

[@patricebelassen7333]

Michel Legrand...🎵🎶🎹 Rip..👌🙏