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This resolution commemorates the 125th birthday of Aaron Copland, a celebrated American composer, on November 14, 2025, recognizing his significant contributions to American music and culture. The resolution highlights Copland's unique musical style, which blended classical music with American folk traditions and created iconic works like Appalachian Spring and Fanfare for the Common Man that captured the spirit of 20th-century America. It emphasizes Copland's broad influence beyond concert halls, including his work in ballet, film scores, and the avant-garde movement, and pays special tribute to Copland House in Cortlandt Manor, New York, which was his home from 1960 to 1990 and is now a National Historic Landmark dedicated to preserving his artistic legacy. The resolution notes Copland's ability to create music that resonates with the American experience, using simple harmonies and folk-like themes to express themes of hope, resilience, and freedom, and acknowledges that Copland House continues to support musical creativity through residency programs and cultural events. By passing this resolution, the legislative body aims to pause and recognize Copland's enduring impact on American classical music and cultural identity, while also formally transmitting a copy of the resolution to Copland House.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J528