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English < Proto-Germanic (*karilaz)
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Woody Herman is known for acting.
Born in Milwaukee, WI (died at age 74).
2 awards including Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
Woody Herman has 2 credits in our database.
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AWARDS (4)
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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
1987
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1987
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Biography
Legendary clarinetist, composer ("At the Woodchoppers' Ball"), singer and bandleader (the Thundering Herd(s) ), educated at Marquette University. He was a clarinetist in the orchestras of Joey Lichter, Harry Sosnik, Gus Arnheim, and Indiana Jones, then formed his own orchestra, appearing in hotels, theatres and ballrooms. He toured Europe in 1954, Europe, and Latin America in 1958 (under the auspices of the US State Department), and made many records. Joining ASCAP in 1945, his chief musical collaborators included Chubby Jackson and Ralph Burns, and his other popular-song and instrumental compositions include "Apple Honey", "Goosey Gander", "Northwest Passage", "River Bed Blues", "Blues on Parade", "Blowin' Up a Storm", "Music by the Moon", "Early Autumn", "A Kiss Goodnight", "Your Father's Moustache", "Wild Root", "I Remember Duke", and "Misty Morning".
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Woody Herman?
Woody Herman was born on and passed away on at the age of 74.
Where was Woody Herman born?
Woody Herman was born in Milwaukee, WI.
What movies or shows has Woody Herman been in?
Woody Herman has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Winter Meeting (1948), Sensations of 1945 (1944).
What is Woody Herman known for?
Woody Herman is primarily known as an actor. Legendary clarinetist, composer ("At the Woodchoppers' Ball"), singer and bandleader (the Thundering Herd(s) ), educated at Marquette University. He was a clarinetist in the orchestras…
Where can I find more information about Woody Herman?
You can find more about Woody Herman on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
