Woody Herman, the legendary bandleader and clarinetist, delivers a vibrant and swinging experience with "Get Your Boots Laced Papa!". Released on February 21, 2003, this album is a testament to Herman's enduring influence on big band, swing, and cool jazz. The album spans 59 minutes and features 18 tracks, showcasing a mix of Herman's original compositions and well-crafted arrangements of popular tunes.
From the energetic "La Cinquantaine: The Golden Wedding" to the playful "Ooch Ooch a Goon Attach (the Backward Song)", Herman's band exhibits a remarkable range of styles and moods. The album also includes a rendition of Beethoven's "Elise", arranged for the big band setting, demonstrating Herman's versatility and innovative approach to music.
Fans of Woody Herman will appreciate the classic swing numbers like "Big-Wig In the Wigwam" and "Fan It", as well as the cool jazz influences in tracks like "Everything Happens to Me" and "Amen". The album concludes with the lively "Jukin'", leaving the audience with a sense of the joy and excitement that Herman's music brings.
"Get Your Boots Laced Papa!" is a celebration of Woody Herman's musical legacy, offering a thrilling journey through the sounds of big band and swing. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Herman's music, this album is sure to delight and entertain.
Tracks
La Cinquantaine: The Golden Wedding (La cinquantaine) [the Golden Wedding]Gabriel-Marie, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Indian Boogie WoogieWoody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Big-Wig In the WigwamKenneth Case, Roe Alexander, Byron Bradley, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Get Your Boots Laced PapaWoody Herman, Joe Bishop, Woody Herman Ensemble, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
5 O'Clock Whistle: Five O'Clock WhistleJoe Myrow, Gene Irwin, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Chips' Boogie WoogieWoody Herman, Woody Herman & Four Chips, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Everything Happens to MeMatt Dennis, Tom Adair, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
SouthBennie Moten, Thamon Hayes, Woody Herman, Woody Herman Woodchoppers
Fan ItDan Howell, Frankie "Hal Pint" Jaxon, Woody Herman, Woody Herman Woodchoppers
MisirlouBob Russell, Fred Wise, Nicholas Roubanis, Milton Leeds, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Elise (Arr. Of Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, "Für Elise")Ludwig van Beethoven, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & Four Chips
Yardbird ShuffleJames Noble, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & Four Chips
AmenRoger Segure, Vic Schoen, Bill Hardy, Woody Herman, Woody Herman Ensemble, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
10 Day Furlough: Ten Day FurloughLowell Martin, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Ooch Ooch a Goon Attach (the Backward Song)Sbocaj Yor, Woody Herman, Woody Herman Ensemble, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
I Dood ItJack Owens, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
4 or 5 Times: Four or Five TimesByron Gay, Marco H. Hellman, Woody Herman, Woody Herman Ensemble, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Who Dat Up Dere?Bob Russell, Walter Kent, Woody Herman, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
Jukin'Woody Herman, Bob Mersey, Woody Herman & His Orchestra
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