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The Way Up
Studio album by Pat Metheny Group
Released	2005
Recorded	2003-2004 at Right Track Recording, New York City
Genre	Fusion, Jazz
Label	Nonesuch Records
Producer	Pat Metheny
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Speaking of Now (2002) The Way Up

The Way Up is the Grammy award winning thirteenth album by the Pat Metheny Group, released in 2005. The album consists of one 68 minute-long piece, split into four tracks solely for CD navigation. The album is a showcase for the band's ability in solo improvisation and dynamics.

The tunes are apparently influenced by the works of contemporary composer Steve Reich, with whom Pat Metheny has collaborated in the past. Reich is credited on the CD with "very special thanks" along with Eberhard Weber, another musician Metheny has worked with.

Track listing

"The Way Up" was composed by Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays.

1. "Opening" – 5:17
2. "Part One" – 26:27
3. "Part Two" – 20:29
4. "Part Three" – 15:54

Personnel

• Pat Metheny - acoustic guitar, electric guitar, synth guitar
• Lyle Mays - piano, keyboards
• Steve Rodby - bass, cello
• Cuong Vu - trumpet, voice
• Gregoire Maret - harmonica, percussion
• Antonio Sanchez - drums

With the following musicians making guest appearances:

• Richard Bona - percussion, voice
• Dave Samuels - percussion
• * Nando Lauria - backup guitars, voice, percussion

* = live tour only

Awards

Grammy Awards