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Canadian pianist Oliver Jones, whose varied musical career took him from classical to pop to jazz stages around the world, has died.

The celebrated pianist and music teacher died in July at the age of 91.

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Oliver Jones, the Montreal-born legendary jazz musician who performed at the Montreal Jazz Festival every year from 1981 to 1999, has died at the age of 91.

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Oliver Jones, the Montreal-born legendary jazz musician who performed at the Montreal Jazz Festival every year from 1981 to 1999, has died at the age of 91.

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The funeral of legendary Montreal jazz pianist Oliver Jones took place at Union United Church in Little Burgundy, attended by family, friends, and community members. Jones, who passed away at 91, was celebrated for his decades-long contributions to jazz and gospel music. His widow, Monique Leclerc Jones, described him as an angel who had been a constant presence in her life for 25 years. The service featured speeches from family members, including his son Richard, who recalled their shared travels and golf games. Musicians like Ranee Lee and Kim Richardson performed, including the Dr. Oliver Jones Trio playing his composition 'Lights of Burgundy.' Jones, who rose to fame from the same Montreal neighborhood as Oscar Peterson, was a member of the Order of Canada and supported young musicians throughout his career. Alain Simard, founder of the Montreal International Jazz Festival, praised Jones' humility and dedication to the community. The event concluded with emotional renditions of 'Amazing Grace' and 'Hymn to Freedom,' marking a heartfelt farewell to a musical icon.

A farewell to Oliver Jones, a Canadian Jazz icon, and a friend of my late grandparents.

Pianiste, compositeur et «bandleader», le musicien était l’incarnation de l’âme jazz montréalaise.

De Lights of Burgundy à Have Fingers, Will Travel, le pianiste laisse un legs musical important à la scène jazz de la métropole et du Québec.