In honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth this fall, this Midday Thoughts looks at legendary pianist William Kapell's life, legacy, and his impact on Aaron Copland's music.
Midday Thoughts: Returning Next Month
September 30, 2022 | Announcements
We're taking a break this month but will return with a new Midday Thoughts in October. Read on for a recap of the series so far and a look at what's ahead.
Midday Thoughts: Which Appalachian Spring? An Audiophile’s Guide
By Jennifer DeLapp-Birkett | August 29, 2022 | Articles
Building on last month's article on the versions of Appalachian Spring, here are some of the most iconic and well-loved recordings of the work in all of its forms.
Midday Thoughts: The Many Versions of Appalachian Spring
By Jennifer DeLapp-Birkett | July 28, 2022 | Articles
Over a handful of decades, Copland's Appalachian Spring went through a series of reworkings, resulting in an often confusing variety of versions. Read on to untangle the history behind one of Copland's most iconic works.
Midday Thoughts: Copland Research at the Library of Congress
By Jennifer DeLapp-Birkett | June 29, 2022 | Articles
Ever wondered what it would be like to see Copland's manuscripts in-person at the Library of Congress? Join Jennifer DeLapp-Birkett as she recounts a recent visit.
Midday Thoughts: In the Beginning: Time, Form, and Words
By Jennifer DeLapp-Birkett | May 26, 2022 | Articles
In celebration of the work's 75th premiere anniversary earlier this month, dive into the music and craft behind Copland's choral masterpiece, In the Beginning.