Includes bibliographical references (p. [167] and [170-174]), discography (p. [168-169]), and index.

Oscar's excellent debut -- Five kids and one piano -- The story of jazz -- Two teachers and the teachers' pet -- The most famous pianist in Canada -- Norman takes charge -- Racism -- Oscar's trio finds its groove -- Grief, trouble, and change -- Sacrifice and success -- Oscar's toys and pastimes -- Oscar's courage.

This book is the story of a black kid from a Montreal ghetto who reached accliam in the great music halls of the world.