"Giant Steps" is a jazz composition by John Coltrane, first appearing as the first track on the album of the same name (1960). The composition contains a rapid progression of chord changes through three keys (see Coltrane changes) shifted by major thirds, creating an augmented triad.
John Coltrane — tenor saxophone Tommy Flanagan — piano Wynton Kelly — piano on "Naima" Paul Chambers — bass Art Taylor — drums Jimmy Cobb — drums on "Naima" Cedar Walton — piano on "Giant Steps' and Naima" alternate versions Lex Humphries — drums on "Giant Steps' and Naima" alternate versions