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Peter Nero was a Grammy Award-winning pianist, well-known as the conductor of Philly Pops for more than three decades and often interpreting popular music through jazz and classical styles.

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Lifelong fan of the maestro. Attended his performances way back when at ISU University, The Saber Room, and the St. Louis arts festival. Met him backstage at all of these performances. Sat within 3 feet of him at The Saber Room during his performance. Even shared a breakfast with him at the Holiday Inn in St. Louis following his performance there. His amazing talent will endure throughout the ages.

RIP, Peter. You probably never knew the joy you brought to your audiences -...

Ron Kempke

June 10, 2025 | Urbana, IL | Friend

I loved to go the Philly Pops with my Mom. My best memories are with her and your Dad. He was a wonderful man. Thank you for sharing him with so many people. ❤

Jeanne Katz

November 11, 2023 | Sarasota, FL

A very special and wonderful pianist and musician. Will be greatly missed.

DONALD SCHERZI

November 07, 2023 | Jupiter, FL | Friend

My condolences.

July 18, 2023

Peter performed with my dad's orchestra in Washington DC at the SHOREHAM hotel in the sixties. I knew him in Philadelphia where I performed at the Barclay hotel. He was a giving artist that inspired my piano playing professionally for years. Every arrangement he did on the piano of every song of his many albums were concepts that shaped me musically. His chord choices and playing were what inspired me to practice long hours.) He was a musical encyclopedia of knowledge who taught us popular...

David Breeskin

July 17, 2023 | Alexandria, VA | Friend

You will be remembered in the music world.

Stephanie Schell

July 11, 2023 | Lakewood, NY

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Peter Nero. May God give your family comfort and peace as you mourn his loss.

Chris

July 11, 2023

A brilliant conductor, his amazing performances were always a joy to watch for so many years. Prayers for the Nero family, may God give the needed comfort and strength to help you to endure this very difficult time of your loss.

July 11, 2023

Terrific musician and conductor, who had the coolest looking chin whiskers!

July 10, 2023

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