Woody Herman Woody Herman Woodrow Charles Herman (May 16, 1913 – October 29, 1987) was an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, singer, and big band leader. Leading various groups called "The Herd", Herman came to prominence in the late 1930s and was active until his death in 1987. His bands often played music that was cutting edge and experimental for its time; they received numerous Grammy nominations and awards. Herman was born Woodrow Charles Thomas Herman in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 16, 1913. His parents were Otto and Myrtle (Bartoszewicz) Herman. His mother was Polish. His father had a deep love for show
The Herd (Australian band) the Astronomy Class project, as the band released the album "Mekong Delta Sunrise", while the Elefant Traks label oversaw numerous musical releases. However, the Herd remained active and were selected as part of the lineup for the June 2014 Perisher "Peak Festival", held in the Snowy Mountains of the Australian state of New South Wales. "Summerland" was nominated in the 2008 ARIA Awards and "Future Shade" was nominated in 2011, both in the "Best Urban Release" category. In November 2008, The Herd was named "Best Independent Artist" and the album, "Summerland", was named "Best Independent Urban/Hip Hop Album" at the