Aaron Copland (1900-1990) was a popular American composer born in Brooklyn, New York, considered by many to be the greatest American classical composer of the twentieth century and who became particularly known for works that reflected various aspects of life in America.
The composer also contributed to the more widespread execution of the works of compatriot composers through festivals and the formation of organizations. His later works reflected a variety of influences, mostly neoclassical, but upon his return to New York he began to show interest in essentially American music production.
