Fans of composer Aaron Copland will want to check out this extensive collection from the Library of Congress. This collection includes nearly 1,000 items, including handwritten letters authored by the composer, numerous photographs from throughout Copland's career, notated music, and more. Visitors who are less familiar with Copland may want to start by checking out the Articles and Essays tab. Here, visitors can learn more about the composer and his work and check out a timeline of his life, illustrated with photographs from this collection. Meanwhile, visitors can head over to the Collection Items tab in order to browse this extensive collection by type of material or by date. The amazing breadth of materials, combined with the helpful descriptions available in the Articles and Essays section, make this collection enjoyable for both dedicated Copland fans as well as those interested in getting acquainted with the famous composer for the first time.