There's A Small Hotel
Oscar Peterson · Other Songs - Oscar Peterson
Somewhere alone with you
It could be oh, so gay, Junior
You need a laugh
Or two
A certain place I know, Frankie
Where funny people can have fun
That's where the two will go,
Darling
Before you can count up
One, two, three.
For there's a small hotel
With a wishing well
I wish that we were there together
There's a bridal suite
One room bright and neat
Complete for us to
Share together
Looking through the window
You can see a distant steeple
Not a sign of people who
Wants people?
When the steeple bell says,
"Good night, sleep well,"
We'll thank the small hotel
Together
We'll creep into our little shell
And we will thank the small hotel together
There's A Small Hotel
Oscar Peterson's rendition of "There's A Small Hotel" stands as a testament to his unparalleled command of the jazz piano. This recording captures the essence of the Great American Songbook, transforming a standard into a showcase of harmonic sophistication and rhythmic drive. Peterson's approach balances technical virtuosity with a deep, lyrical sensitivity, allowing the melody to breathe while his left hand provides a propulsive, swinging foundation. The track reflects his ability to navigate complex chord changes with apparent ease, a hallmark of his extensive discography. As a master of the instrument, Peterson elevates the composition through dynamic interplay and precise articulation, creating a timeless interpretation that remains a favorite among jazz enthusiasts. His work on this piece exemplifies the elegance and energy that defined his influential career in the genre.