This 1955 collection captures Shorty Rogers and his Giants in a vibrant set of originals and standards, showcasing the polished, swinging sound of West Coast cool jazz.
- The album was recorded over two sessions in March 1955 at RCA Victor's New York studios.
- It features a stellar lineup including Art Pepper, Bud Shank, Bob Cooper, Stu Williamson, Lou Levy, Max Bennett, and Larry Bunker.
- "Collaboration" was a significant release in solidifying Rogers' reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
Shorty Rogers was a prominent West Coast jazz trumpet and flugelhorn player, composer, and arranger, a key figure in the cool jazz movement. In 1955, he was at a creative peak, releasing a string of well-regarded albums for RCA Victor that defined the sound of West Coast jazz for many listeners.
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