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Birthday of Aaron Copland (1900-1990)
November 14
Brooklyn-born American composer whose compositions feature jazz and folk elements. Copland's works include ballet scores, orchestral pieces, a clarinet concerto, and "Lincoln Portrait" combining speaker and orchestra.
To appreciate Copland's contributions to 20th century music -- including the help he extended to numerous aspiring young composers -- you can access the Aaron Copland Collection in the Library of Congress and view selected music sketches, correspondence, writings, photographs, printed music, programs, media coverage, and more.« back