"Collaboration West," a 1956 album on Jazz Maniac Records, showcases Teddy Charles's contributions to the cool jazz landscape. This recording captures Charles in a period of intense musical exploration.
- The album was released on June 4, 1956, by the independent label Jazz Maniac Records.
- The release features Teddy Charles on vibes, alongside a notable ensemble of musicians.
- "Collaboration West" is categorized within the cool jazz genre, reflecting the dominant sounds of the mid-1950s West Coast jazz scene.
Teddy Charles was a vibraphonist and composer who came to prominence in the 1950s, known for his work in the cool jazz idiom. "Collaboration West" was released during a period of significant creative output for Charles, following his work with the likes of Charles Mingus and ahead of his own quartet recordings.
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