Montrealers will get a chance to say goodbye to legendary jazz pianist Oliver Jones on Wednesday.
Montreal’s city hall is hosting a public viewing in the afternoon, while a public funeral service is scheduled for Thursday at Union United Church in his old neighbourhood of Little Burgundy.
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The award-winning pianist died July 22 at age 91 and grew up in the impoverished Montreal neighbourhood before he became a star.
Jones became a member of the Order of Canada and earned many other awards and distinctions in his life.
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He was known for his lightning-fast right hand, a phenomenal technique and a hard-swinging style.
Representatives of the provincial and municipal governments as well as members of the jazz scene are expected to attend the funeral on Thursday.
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