Appalachian Spring: I. Very slowly. Introduction of the characters, one by one, in a suffused light

Aaron Copland & The Boston Symphony Orchestra

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

3 MINUTI E 1 SECONDO

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Appalachian Spring: I. Very slowly. Introduction of the characters, one by one, in a suffused light

03:01

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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.

02:56

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Appalachian Spring: III. Moderate. Duo for the Bride and her Intended – scene of tenderness and passion.

03:54

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Appalachian Spring: IV. Quite fast. The Revivalist and his flock. Folksy feeling – suggestions of square dances and country fiddlers.

03:30

5

Appalachian Spring: V. Still faster. Solo dance of the Bride – presentiment of motherhood. Extremes of joy and fear and wonder.

04:02

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Appalachian Spring: VI. Very slowly (as at first). Transition scene to music reminiscent of the introduction.

01:17

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Appalachian Spring: VI. Shaker, Calm and flowing. Scenes of daily activity for the Bride and her Farmer husband.

03:04

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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."

03:36

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The Tender Land: Act I, Introduction and Love Music

10:25

10

The Tender Land: Act II, The Party Scene

04:46

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The Tender Land: Act II, Finale

05:40

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

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Appalachian Spring: I. Very slowly. Introduction of the characters, one by one, in a suffused light

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