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| Copland: The Music of America | 
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| Creators: Aaron Copland, Erich Kunzel, William Harrod, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Philip Collins
Label: Telarc
Category: Music
List Price: $17.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (8 reviews)
Sales Rank: 73017
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 80339
UPC: 089408033926
EAN: 0089408033926
ASIN: B000003CZE
Release Date: January 28, 1997
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| Tracks:
| • | Fanfare For The Common Man | | • | Buckaroo Holiday | | • | Corral Nocturne | | • | Saturday Night Waltz | | • | Hoe-Down | | • | Quiet City | | • | Billy The Kid | | • | Appalachian Spring |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com
When it comes to light, folk-flavored listening, the music of Aaron Copland is some of the best and most popular. When it comes to crowd-pleasing conducting, Erich Kunzel is one of the great successes. This album contains most of Copland's essential compositions, in all or part: "Fanfare for the Common Man," four movements from "Rodeo," "Quiet City," "Billy the Kid," and "Appalachian Spring." All are performed in fine form; it would be nice to have all of "Rodeo," but this is otherwise all the Copland that most folks will need, and in one package. --Sarah Bryan Miller
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
 + 1/2 stars...The Dean of American Composers March 18, 2004
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
Aaron Copland (1900-1990)was the quintessential American composer of the 20th Century, and conductor Erich Kunzel with his Cincinnati Pops Orchestra is the leading popularizer of classical music.This album brings together some of Copland's most well known pieces like "Fanfare for the Common Man," along with his three great ballets: "Billy the Kid," "Appalachian Spring" and "Rodeo." [The "Rodeo" extract "Hoe-Down" will be immediately recognized as the American Beef Council's theme music.] Copland reamins the defining sound of American concert music and this recording is both accessible and very enjoyable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
This is not Copland at his best May 5, 2003
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
Aaron Copland is without a doubt my favorite composer of all time. I have collected many CDs of his work over the years, and have therefor have many recordings of all his most famous works. With that knowledge, I have to say that this is not the best recording on the market.The sparkle and jazz of Copland's style is missing from this CD. The orchestra doesn't show off the playful side of Copland's work, which is what I think sets Copland apart from every one else. That is why I don't feel that is the best Copland CD availiable today
 The title says it all April 13, 2003
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Aaron Copland created classical music for about and by America. This extremely well performed and well selected album served as my true introduction to Copland's work. Vibrant,dramatic, passionate and utterly beautiful, this sampler of Copland's oevre really captivates the listener. I have lost many hours listening to "Quiet City" and "Appalacian Spring" two breathtakingly poetic pieces that approach religious like rapture. I have also used this CD in both my Writing and Acting classes as stimuli designed to inspire original performances and short stories. In short, this is a must own CD.
An outstanding Copland collection April 2, 2002
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This album is an inclusive anthology of Copland's most popular orchestral works. I don't know what a previous reviewer was referring to when he/she said that Rodeo was incomplete, it seems like it's all there to me, and I've played it. Solid, energetic, musically sensitive performances by the Cincinnati Pops. The recording is well-balanced and vibrant. This is not just a pops CD. Classical music snobs (like me) will find it very satisfying. Incidentally, I really like the cover art.
An outstanding Copland collection April 2, 2002
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This album is an inclusive anthology of Copland's most popular orchestral works. Solid, energetic performances by the Cincinnati Pops. The recording is well-balanced and vibrant. A wonderful CD!Incidentally, I really like the cover art.
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