Appalachian Spring, an American classic by Aaron Copland

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Appalachian Spring, an American classic by Aaron Copland

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There is so much to discover about this masterpiece, like its collaborative and ballet origins, Copland's inventive use of an unknown folk tune, and even how it got its name. Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Appalachian Spring, an American classic by Aaron Copland

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