{"product_id":"5024952333233","title":"Woody Herman: The Essence of Woody Herman 2-CD Set (2008)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the legendary sound of \u003cstrong\u003eWoody Herman\u003c\/strong\u003e and his celebrated big bands with \u003cem\u003eThe Essence of Woody Herman\u003c\/em\u003e, a comprehensive double-CD collection that captures the evolution of one of jazz's most innovative and enduring bandleaders. This \u003cstrong\u003e2008 release\u003c\/strong\u003e from Essence Records presents an extensive overview of Herman's remarkable career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning the 1930s and 1940s, this collection features approximately \u003cstrong\u003e49 tracks\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcase Herman's various \"Herds\"—the succession of orchestras that kept his music fresh and exciting across decades. From the swinging dance band era through the progressive jazz innovations of the First and Second Herds, these recordings document Herman's ability to attract top-tier musicians and create music that was both commercially successful and artistically adventurous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights include iconic performances such as \"At the Woodchoppers Ball\" (Herman's breakthrough hit), \"Caldonia (What Makes Your Big Head So Hard),\" \"Blue Flame\" (his signature theme), \"Laura,\" \"Northwest Passage,\" and \"Apple Honey.\" These tracks demonstrate the tight ensemble work, exciting solos, and infectious energy that made Woody Herman's bands favorites of both dancers and serious jazz listeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased by \u003cstrong\u003eEssence Records\u003c\/strong\u003e with distribution by Delta Music\/Sony DADC, this set offers exceptional value for fans of big band swing and progressive jazz, preserving the legacy of one of the genre's most important figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody Herman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-CD Box Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Tracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 49\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 127g (4.48 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Big Band, Jazz, Swing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra Covered:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930s-1940s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essence Records (Delta Music\/Sony DADC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode (EAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5024952333233\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential collection for any big band and swing jazz enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Preloved","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56843230773623,"sku":"11z","price":0.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/5969\/8476\/files\/IMG-20260307_222149519_MFNR.jpg?v=1774960391","url":"https:\/\/wesellit.uk\/products\/5024952333233","provider":"WeSellit.UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}