"Art Tatum could play anything he wanted to...Oscar [Peterson] is my man...and Peter Nero plays his buns off!""
- Ray Charles
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"He is a one of a kind artist."
- Mel Torme
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"He has the qualities of a born pianist..."
- Vladamir Horowitz
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"Nero is a polished, skillful and imaginative pianist with taste and a sense of humor."
- New York Times
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"The epitome of the Pops Conductor/Performer."
- The Washington Post
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"Peter Nero is, of course, known for his piano playing, covering a range from classical concert repertoire to straight-ahead jazz. His fingers stretch as far as Tatum's, and he practically knows no limits on the Steinway. He is also a fine conductor...Philadelphia is lucky to have him and his, by now, trademark Philly Pops."
"88 Keys, a Big Band, and a Voice"
Peter Nero recently welcomed Diane Schuur to the stage in Philadelphia as "the most outstanding jazz vocalist of our time." The two entertained audiences in a series of concerts of swinging big band tunes.
AllAboutJazz.com reviewer Victor L. Schermer said, "The great Peter Nero is, of course, known for his piano playing, covering a range from classical concert repertoire to straight-ahead jazz. His fingers stretch as far as Tatum's, and he practically knows no limits on the Steinway. He is also a fine conductor...Philadelphia is lucky to have him and his, by now, trademark Philly Pops.
A collage of holiday sounds
Peter is in the middle of his Holiday Pops series in Philadelphia and the reviews are in. The show is fantastic!
"Nero gives listeners a lot for their money, delivering holiday booty on a scale of Santa proportions. Oh, and at the end of the concert he delivers Santa himself.
Leave it to a Jew from Brooklyn to intuit what an audience wants at Christmastime."
Peter's Holiday Pops goes to Toledo, OH
Peter is in Toledo, OH on Saturday, November 29 for the Toledo Symphony's KeyBank Pops Series III: Peter Nero Holiday Pops concert.
"The epitome of the Pops Conductor/Performer" says the Washington Post. From beloved seasonal classics to glorious gospel music, Peter Nero Holiday POPS! is the quintessential holiday treat. What a superb way for the whole family to celebrate this delightful time of year!
Peter Nero Celebrates 30 years with the Philly Pops
Peter Nero and the Philly Pops 2008-09 anniversary season celebrates 30 years of great music with the sounds of Broadway, Frank Sinatra, jazz, Hollywood, and other favorites. Since its inception in 1979, Peter Nero and the Philly Pops has been entertaining audiences with a sophisticated blend of popular classics and new favorites.
If you've never been to a concert, get your tickets at the link below.
An Evening of Gershwin
In a concert entitled "Summertime with The POPS – An Evening of Gershwin," Peter Nero and the Philly Pops will be entertaining audiences at the Mann Center in Philadelphia, August 13, 2008.
No composer has ever captured the spirit of American music like George Gershwin and now audiences will enjoy a full evening of the composer’s grand music. The performance features excerpts from one of his most compelling works, Porgy and Bess, as well as the enormously popular Rhapsody in Blue.
Peter Nero has quite a growing presence on YouTube. Click the graphic above to see videos of Peter Nero.
Check out a young Peter Nero in this brodcast of the Bell Telephone Hour. Selections include "Just One of those Things," "It's Alright With Me," "Night and Day" and more.
Visit Heartbeads.com for exquisite original jewelry creations by Peter's daughter, Beverly Nero.
