Aaron Copland Quiz

Where was Aaron Copland born?

• United States

• France

• England

• Russia

Copland traveled to _________ to study with Nadia Boulanger.

• New York

• London

• Paris

• Rome

Symphony for ____________ and Orchestra marked the beginning of Copland's composing career.

• Clarinet

• Trumpet

• Violin

• Organ

What musical style did Copland incorporate into his early compositions?

• Jazz

• Folk

• Rock

• Classical

Which of the following pieces were composed by Aaron Copland? (mark all that apply)

• Our Town

• Fanfare for the Common Man

• Rodeo

• The Heiress

• El Salon Mexico

What did Copland begin composing for to gain a wider audience for his music? (mark all that apply)

• TV

• Movies

• Ballets

• Operas

Appalachian Spring is a popular __________ composed by Aaron Copland.

• Opera

• Ballet

• TV show

• Movie

Which US President did Copland select as his subject for a musical portrait written for orchestra and narrator?

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Aaron Copland composed music during the ______________ era.

• Baroque

• Classical

• Romantic

• Modern

Which of the following awards has Aaron Copland received? (mark all that apply)

• Academy Award

• Pulitzer Prize

• Nobel Peace Prize

• Tony Award