(1900 – 1990) After study in New York City, NY and Paris (with Nadia Boulanger), Copland began a career of stylistic exploration ranging from abstract pieces to adaptations of American rhythms from jazz and folk music. He created classic anthems that recur in American public events, including themes from the ballets Billy the Kïd (1938), Rodeo (1942) and Appalachian Spring (1944), which uses old Shaker hymns. His “Fanfare for the Common Man” (1942) has also become a standard. Copland also became known as a teacher, composer for movies and writer on music, as well as one of the US’ most revered composers.