It would be difficult to overestimate the influence of Copland's music on American music of the 20th and 21st centuries. His songs and arias provide a concise tour of his stylistic journey and most of the songs are available in this remarkable volume.Includes: 9 songs (including 4 early songs); the complete 12 settings of Emily Dickinson's poems; 4 arias. The original key is retained in all the songs and arias.