# Aaron Copland
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aaron copland ( KOHP-lənd; November 14, 1900 – December 2, 1990) was an American composer, critic, writer, teacher, pianist, and conductor of his own and other American music. Copland was referred to by his peers and critics as the "Dean of American Music". The open, slowly changing harmonies in much of his music are typical of what many consider the sound of American music, evoking the vast American landscape and pioneer spirit.
Tis a Gift: Unpacking the Shakers' Legacy
We dive into the fascinating world of the Shakers, a group that started in 1700s England and made their mark across America. You’ll learn how they built tight-knit communities from Maine to Kentucky, living lives filled with work, worship, and creativity. Their famous anthem, "Simple Gifts," not on…
Copland’s Clarinet Concerto: An American Soundscape
In episode 2 of BACKSTAGE PASS, Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto shares exclusive insights into this week’s’ program of works by Aaron Copland, Samuel Barber, and Antonín Dvořák.
Prieto is joined by Principal Clarinet Samuel Almaguer as they explore Copland’s Clarinet Concerto—a work that b…
NEPA Philharmonic; Luzerne County PA; Chason Goldschmitz; Romilda Crocamo; August 31 2026
Chason Goldschmitz. Executive Director of the NEPA Philharmonic,and Romilda Crocamo, Luzerne County Manager, speaking aboutthe Luzerne County 240th Celebration concert on Friday,September 25, 2026, at 7:00 pm at the FM Kirby Center indowntown Wilkes-Barre, featuring the NEPA Philharmonicunder the d…
Resonance Works Open Their Season with An Anchor in Time
Resonance Works opens their 14th season this Sunday, September 27 with Gilda Lyons’ An Anchor in Time. Conductor/producer Maria Sensi Sellner and Associate Producer Rob Frankenberry spoke with Anna Singer live on the QED Afternoon Show about the show.
Originally commissioned for Resonance Works’ 10…
Weekend Entertainment Roundup for October 1, 2026
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Baklava and bouzouki music, handmade pastries, gyros and other Greek dishes, plus Greek, ballet and kid dancers, are all on tap for 40th International Greek Food Festival, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 1100 Napa Valley Drive, Littl…
Podcast: AI in France, translators fight back, musicians' mentor
Artificial intelligence is everywhere in France but who's using it, and how? We also look at its impact on translators and how they're striving to keep humans at the helm. And Nadia Boulanger – the pioneering French composer and conductor who taught generations of musical greats.
AI is widely used…
Arizona Wind Symphony Celebrates America at 250
The Arizona Wind Symphony presents its “America at 250: A Musical Celebration of Our Nation's History” concert on October 15th at 7pm at Tempe Center for the Arts. Greg Kostraba recently chatted with conductor Jon Gomez about the program, which features Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait narrated by …
Johan de Meij on Common Time Podcast
Dutch composer and conductor Johan de Meij joins John Pasquale and David Clemmer for a conversation about his remarkable career and the evolution of wind band music. From beginning his composing journey with Symphony No. 1: The Lord of the Rings to writing and arranging music performed around the w…
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