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Woodrow Charles Herman (May 16, 1913 – October 29, 1987) was an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, singer, and big band leader. Leading groups called "The Herd", Herman came to prominence in the late 1930s and was active until his death in 1987.
May 12, 2024 · Woody Herman (born May 16, 1913, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.—died October 29, 1987, Los Angeles, California) was an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, bandleader, and singer who was best known as the front man for a succession of bands he dubbed “herds.”
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May 16, 2013 · His was one of the country's most popular musical acts in the 1940s, and respected enough musically to inspire and introduce an "Ebony Concerto" from Igor Stravinsky. His...
Jun 8, 2018 · Learn about Woody Herman, a pioneer of big band jazz who led several ensembles called the Herd and hired many talented musicians and arrangers. Find out his achievements, awards, discography, and sources.
Learn about Woody Herman, a clarinet and sax player who led one of the most innovative big bands in the swing era. Explore his songs, albums, and articles on AllMusic, but be aware of the 404 error on this page.
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May 16, 2013 · Woody Herman, who would have turned 100 on Thursday, bloomed early and late — and then later still. He turned pro by age 9, singing and dancing in movie theaters on summer vacation.
Oct 30, 1987 · Woody Herman, a musician from Milwaukee who led one of the most varied, durable and successful of the big bands, died yesterday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
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