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
Tasmanian Bands League contests still remains as an integral part of the Tasmanian banding calendar. Nowadays, the state band championships follow the NBCA (National Bands Council of Australia) format of band contests, which consists of: - Hymn selection (a recognised hymn song) - Test piece (a major work selected by the Music Advisory Board, which is at the standard of the grade level) - Own choice (a major work selected by the band's director) - Stage March (a march, which must be selected from the NBCA approved prescribed list: Concert band list, Brass band list) The parade of bands marching display is mandatory