- Peter Appleyard was born on October 25, 1928 in Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Nightcap (1963), Peter Appleyard Presents (1977) and The Chevy Showroom Starring Andy Williams (1958). He died on July 17, 2013 in Eden Mills, Ontario, Canada.
- He was a jazz vibraphonist, percussionist, and composer.
- He started his own band in 1956, which led to frequent TV and radio gigs. In 1972, he joined Benny Goodman's band for almost 10 years of touring around the world. He also worked with Frank Sinatra, Miles Davis, Oscar Peterson, Mel Tormé and Ella Fitzgerald.
- He was awarded the O.C. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on April 30, 1992 and invested on: October 21, 1992 for his services to music. He was an internationally renowned vibraphonist who has represented the Canadian jazz community across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Australia. He was known for his originality and style and was considered a peer by some of the greatest names in jazz. He is also one of Canada's most generous musicians, gave freely of his time and talent to numerous charitable causes and events.
- He was awarded the 2012 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from the Canadian Governor General in Rockwood, Ontario, Canada.
- He was awarded the 2002 Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal from the Canadian Governor General in Rockwood, Ontario, Canada.
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