A Morning with Paul Shaffer Live on ZOOM at OLLI
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A special OLLI session on the impact of music awards. Free and open to the public on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom, or join us from anywhere.
About the Event
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is excited to welcome a truly special guest to our Music Awards History class: legendary bandleader, musician, and Grammy winner Paul Shaffer. Paul will join us live via Zoom for an engaging discussion focused on his Order of Canada award. Canada’s highest civilian honor, recognizing individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the nation’s culture and society. Not exclusively for musicians, the Order celebrates those who have shaped Canadian life through their art.
Few can match Paul’s unique perspective on music awards. He has not only won and been nominated for them, but has also hosted award shows and led the band as other artists received honors. This promises to be a lively, insightful conversation and Q&A that you’re invited to join.
Everyone is welcome. OLLI members are 50+, but you do not need to be an OLLI member or registered for the class to attend this session.
Two Ways to Attend
In person (Shaffer will be on ZOOM) at Thurman J. White Forum, Building 1704, Asp Ave., Norman, OK 73072. In-person guests can ask questions. The room microphone is the only live mic for the session.
Online from home (or anywhere), you can join on Zoom from a computer, tablet, or phone. Online guests can watch and listen, but to keep the session running smoothly, remote guests will stay muted for the full program.
For those attending from another location, we'll email the Zoom link on Thursday and post it on social media. Sign up to receive emails at: www.oklahomahouseofmusic.org or watch our newsfeeds.
About Paul Shaffer
Paul Shaffer is a musician, composer, bandleader, actor, and author.
He got his start in 1972 as musical director of the Toronto production of Godspell, then moved to New York, where he joined the original Saturday Night Live house band and the Blues Brothers band.
In 1982, David Letterman tapped him as musical director for Late Night with David Letterman on NBC, where Paul led "The World's Most Dangerous Band" and composed the show's theme. He followed Letterman to CBS in 1993, leading the CBS Orchestra on The Late Show until the show ended in 2015. That's 33 years and 6,000+ episodes as Letterman's bandleader and on-air sidekick, backing nearly every major artist of the era.
Grammy Awards
Grammy Award Winner (2002): Best Country Instrumental Performance, for "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" with Earl Scruggs and an all-star lineup including Steve Martin, Vince Gill, Marty Stuart, Jerry Douglas and Leon Russell
Grammy Award Nominee (1990): Best Pop Instrumental Performance, for "Late Night"
His 1989 solo album Coast to Coast also earned Grammy recognition.
Primetime Emmy Awards: four nominations for music direction
1989: Late Night with David Letterman (7th Anniversary Special)
1992: Late Night with David Letterman (10th Anniversary Special)
2011: The 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2016: A Very Murray Christmas
Other honors include:
Writers Guild of America Award (2001) for Saturday Night Live 25
ASCAP Film and Television Music Award (1995) for Most Performed Theme
Two honorary doctorates, from Lakehead University (1988) and Five Towns College (1993)
Lifetime Achievement honors for his career in music and entertainment
We hope to see you there, in the room or on the screen!
Thank you to our co-host, Jazz in June, and all of our sponsors.
About the Event
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is excited to welcome a truly special guest to our Music Awards History class: legendary bandleader, musician, and Grammy winner Paul Shaffer. Paul will join us live via Zoom for an engaging discussion focused on his Order of Canada award. Canada’s highest civilian honor, recognizing individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the nation’s culture and society. Not exclusively for musicians, the Order celebrates those who have shaped Canadian life through their art.
Few can match Paul’s unique perspective on music awards. He has not only won and been nominated for them, but has also hosted award shows and led the band as other artists received honors. This promises to be a lively, insightful conversation and Q&A that you’re invited to join.
Everyone is welcome. OLLI members are 50+, but you do not need to be an OLLI member or registered for the class to attend this session.
Two Ways to Attend
In person (Shaffer will be on ZOOM) at Thurman J. White Forum, Building 1704, Asp Ave., Norman, OK 73072. In-person guests can ask questions. The room microphone is the only live mic for the session.
Online from home (or anywhere), you can join on Zoom from a computer, tablet, or phone. Online guests can watch and listen, but to keep the session running smoothly, remote guests will stay muted for the full program.
For those attending from another location, we'll email the Zoom link on Thursday and post it on social media. Sign up to receive emails at: www.oklahomahouseofmusic.org or watch our newsfeeds.
About Paul Shaffer
Paul Shaffer is a musician, composer, bandleader, actor, and author.
He got his start in 1972 as musical director of the Toronto production of Godspell, then moved to New York, where he joined the original Saturday Night Live house band and the Blues Brothers band.
In 1982, David Letterman tapped him as musical director for Late Night with David Letterman on NBC, where Paul led "The World's Most Dangerous Band" and composed the show's theme. He followed Letterman to CBS in 1993, leading the CBS Orchestra on The Late Show until the show ended in 2015. That's 33 years and 6,000+ episodes as Letterman's bandleader and on-air sidekick, backing nearly every major artist of the era.
Grammy Awards
Grammy Award Winner (2002): Best Country Instrumental Performance, for "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" with Earl Scruggs and an all-star lineup including Steve Martin, Vince Gill, Marty Stuart, Jerry Douglas and Leon Russell
Grammy Award Nominee (1990): Best Pop Instrumental Performance, for "Late Night"
His 1989 solo album Coast to Coast also earned Grammy recognition.
Primetime Emmy Awards: four nominations for music direction
1989: Late Night with David Letterman (7th Anniversary Special)
1992: Late Night with David Letterman (10th Anniversary Special)
2011: The 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2016: A Very Murray Christmas
Other honors include:
Writers Guild of America Award (2001) for Saturday Night Live 25
ASCAP Film and Television Music Award (1995) for Most Performed Theme
Two honorary doctorates, from Lakehead University (1988) and Five Towns College (1993)
Lifetime Achievement honors for his career in music and entertainment
We hope to see you there, in the room or on the screen!
Thank you to our co-host, Jazz in June, and all of our sponsors.
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Thurman J. White Forum, Building 1704, Asp Ave., Norman, OK 73072, United States
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