Woody Herman and His Big Band - Woody's Gold Star CD

AllMusic Review

Woody's Gold Star Review by Scott Yanow

Herman's final recording, made just weeks before his health began to seriously fail, is actually quite good. With future leader Frank Tiberi contributing some strong tenor solos, John Fedchock writing some colorful arrangements for a varied program (ranging from "Rose Room" and "'Round Midnight" to Chick Corea's "Samba Song"), and three guest percussionists on some of the pieces, this is an enjoyable release. Herman takes short solos on three of the pieces, recorded approximately 50 years after he formed his first successful big band. This serves as a fine closer to a significant career.

4003090433020

CCD 4330

Concord Jazz, 1987

GERMANY

Good condition

C07