Copland: Appalachian Spring / The Tender Land Suite: Conducted by Aaron Copland (Stereo Remaster)

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Appalachian Spring I. Very slowly. Introduction of the characters one by one in a suffused light Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring II. Fast. Sudden burst of unison strings in A major arpeggios starts the action. A sentiment both elated and religious gives the keynote to this scene. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring III. Moderate. Duo for the Bride and her Intended scene of tenderness and passion. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring IV. Quite fast. The Revivalist and his flock. Folksy feeling suggestions of square dances and country fiddlers. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring V. Still faster. Solo dance of the Bride presentiment of motherhood. Extremes of joy and fear and wonder. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring VI. Very slowly (as at first) . Transition scene to music reminiscent of the introduction. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring VI. Shaker Calm and flowing. Scenes of daily activity for the Bride and her Farmer husband. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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Appalachian Spring VII Moderate. Coda. The Bride takes her place among her neighbors. At the end the couple are left quiet and strong in their new house. Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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The Tender Land Act I Introduction and Love Music Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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The Tender Land Act II The Party Scene Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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The Tender Land Act II Finale Aaron Copland & Boston Symphony Orchestra
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