Recorded in 1957, "Way Up There" showcases Shorty Rogers's Giants in a tight, swinging session with sharp arrangements and notable solos. It was released on the short-lived TP4 Music label.
- The album was recorded on May 22, 1957.
- The personnel on this session included Art Pepper on alto saxophone and Zoot Sims on tenor saxophone.
- The TP4 Music label was founded by jazz impresario Phil Schaap.
Shorty Rogers was a trumpeter, composer, and arranger who was a key figure in West Coast cool jazz. He led various ensembles, including his Giants, throughout the 1950s and 60s.
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