
Aaron Copland: The Sound of America
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The Formative Years of Aaron Copland
This chapter explores Aaron Copland's early life and education, emphasizing the impact of his Brooklyn upbringing and pivotal mentors like Ruben Goldmark and Nadia Boulanger. It highlights his journey through the vibrant musical landscape of post-WWI New York, detailing his initial works and the challenges he faced in developing his unique compositional voice.
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