| The Jazz Giants '56 | ||||
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| Released | 1956 | |||
| Recorded | January 12, 1956 Fine Sound Studios, New York City | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 42:30 | |||
| Label | Verve MGN 1056 | |||
| Producer | Norman Granz | |||
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