Aaron Copland
1900 - 1990
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Biography
Aaron Copland (1900-1990) was an American composer, composition teacher, writer, and conductor. He is often referred to as the 'Dean of American Composers.' Copland is known for incorporating American themes and folk tunes into his compositions, contributing significantly to the American classical music scene. His works, including 'Appalachian Spring' and 'Fanfare for the Common Man,' are considered classics of the 20th-century music repertoire.
Famous Quotes (5)
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To stop the flow of music would be like the stopping of time itself, incredible and inconceivable.
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The whole problem can be stated quite simply by asking, 'Is there a meaning to music?' My answer would be, 'Yes.' And 'Can you state in so many words what the meaning is?' My answer to that would be, 'No.'
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Listening to the Fifth Symphony of Ralph Vaughan Williams is like staring at a cow for 45 minutes.
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A great symphony is a conversation between the composer and the listener.
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Inspiration may be a form of super-consciousness or perhaps of subconsciousness. I wouldn’t know. But I am sure it is the antithesis of self-consciousness.