JEANNE ARLAND PETERSON, pianist extraordinaire, was a child prodigy. Growing up in Minneapolis, Minnesota, her talent revealed itself early on, when she began to play chords and melody on the piano at the young age of 3. But, remarkably she did not have her first formal piano lesson until the age of 15. That same year she had her first paying "gig" under the watchful eye of her older brother, saxophonist Donald Pouliot. Jeanne's musical mentors in those days were Art Tatum and Oscar Peterson, and their influence is very much reflected in her enduring and innovative playing style. full text

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Jeanne Arland Peterson: Young and Foolish: Celebration Records, 2006 Jeanne Peterson's beautiful melodies and expressive piano style have captured the attention of music lovers everywhere. Her timeless arrangements of music appeals to listeners of all ages, and continues to earn awards, honors, and outstanding reviews. Right when you think you have narrowed down her style and can anticipate the next move, she catches you off guard with a tempo shift, a textural shift or a compositional gesture that leaves you intently enraptured. Hearing Jeanne rip through standard after standard and turn them inside out with her finger play provides for hours of listening pleasure. She is a very gifted pianist capable of riunning from one end of the keyboard to the other at lightning speeds. Her precision is truly amazing!

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