{
  "id": 1962118,
  "title": "Montreal to host final farewell for legendary jazz pianist Oliver Jones",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/montreal-to-host-final-farewell-for-legendary-jazz-pianist-oliver",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T15:36:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news-globalnews",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12027070/oliver-jones-montreal-funeral-service/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Montreal is set to host the final farewell for renowned jazz pianist Oliver Jones on Wednesday. The city will provide a public viewing in the afternoon at city hall, followed by a funeral service on Thursday at Union United Church, in Jones' former neighborhood of Little Burgundy. The accomplished musician passed away on July 22 at the age of 91, having risen from humble beginnings in this impoverished Montreal area to become a celebrated star. Jones was bestowed with the Order of Canada and numerous other accolades throughout his life. Renowned for his rapid right hand, exceptional technique, and powerful swing, he will be remembered by provincial and municipal officials, along with fellow jazz musicians, during Thursday's funeral.",
  "summary": "The award-winning pianist died July 22 at age 91 and grew up in the impoverished Montreal neighbourhood of Little Burgundy before he became a star.",
  "key_points": [
    "Montreal to host Oliver Jones' final farewell on Wednesday",
    "Public viewing at city hall followed by funeral service on Thursday",
    "Jazz pianist passed away at 91 in July 22"
  ],
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        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "Montreal to host final farewell for legendary jazz pianist Oliver Jones",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/montreal-to-host-final-farewell-for-legendary-jazz-pianist-oliver-1967558",
        "published": "2026-08-19T15:36:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}