Aaron Copland

Quick Facts

Full Name	Aaron Copland
Occupation	Composer
Date Of Birth	Nov 14, 1900(1900-11-14)
Age	124
Date Of Death	December 2, 1990, Sleepy Hollow, NY
Birthplace	Brooklyn
Country	United States
Birth City	New York State
Horoscope	Scorpio

Aaron Copland Biography

Aaron Copland is one of the most popular and richest Composer who was born on November 14, 1900 in Brooklyn, New York State, United States. Populist composer credited with developing the American style of composition. He was known as the Dean of American Composers.

He taught himself how to conduct and would at times consult his close friend Leonard Bernstein for help in developing his technique and style.

He kept his homosexual orientation private, as well as his relationships with photographer Victor Kraft, artist Alvin Ross, pianist Paul Moor, dancer Erik Johns, and composer John Brodbin Kennedy.

Aaron Copland Net Worth

Aaron Copland is one of the richest Composer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Aaron Copland 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He studied first with composer Rubin Goldmark, then abroad with Isidor Philipp, Paul Vidal, and pedagogue Nadia Boulanger.

His musical output was astounding, and he became known for his ballets, ‘Appalachian Spring,’ ‘Billy the Kid,’ ‘Fanfare for the Common Man,’ ‘Rodeo,’ and Third Symphony.

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Who is Aaron Copland Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Aaron Ranked on the list of most popular Composer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Aaron Copland celebrates birthday on November 14 of every year.

What was Aaron Copland's most famous piece?

Both ballets presented views of American country life that corresponded to the folk traditions Copland was interested in. Probably the most important and successful composition from this time was his patriotic “ A Lincoln Portrait ” (1942).

Is Aaron Copland Russian?

Copland, the son of Russian-Jewish immigrants , was born in New York City and attended public schools there. An older sister taught him to play the piano, and by the time he was 15 he had decided to become a composer. As a first step Copland tried to learn harmony through a correspondence course.

What makes Aaron Copland's music so unique?

His early music mixes very modern musical ideas with hints of jazz influence. Pieces such as his Piano Variations stand out for their harmonic and rhythmic experimentation, and jazz rhythms are an important part of his Music for the Theater. Copland’s concern with modern techniques lessened during the Great Depression.

Where did Aaron Copland find inspiration for much of his music?

After some initial studies with composer Rubin Goldmark, Copland traveled to Paris , where he studied at first with Isidor Philipp and Paul Vidal, then with noted pedagogue Nadia Boulanger. He studied three years with Boulanger, whose eclectic approach to music inspired his own broad taste in that area.

Who was the most successful marching band leader of America?

John Philip Sousa
Died| March 6, 1932 (aged 77) Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Burial place| Congressional Cemetery
Other names| “The (American) March King”
Known for| Composing military marches Helping develop the sousaphone