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....

Along with Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland may be considered one of the most well-known and regarded American composers of the 20th century. Copland’s accolades were many throughout his long life, and the American Memory Project at the Library of Congress has seen fit that the web-browsing public will be able to learn a great deal more about Copland’s works and life. Currently, this online...