Woody Herman
Woodrow Charles "Woody" Herman (May 16, 1913 – October 29, 1987) was an American jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, singer, and big band leader from Milwaukee. Beginning in 1936 he led a long series of bands known as the "Herds," with hits such as "Woodchopper's Ball" and "Caldonia," and he became known for hiring young talent, earning the nickname "Road Father." He received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1987.