Copland: Fanfare for the Common Man - National Symphony Orchestra

[@SoundtheTrumpet2023]

There is nothing like listening to this Fanfare at Cincinnati Music Hall where this piece was birthed. Makes me proud as a Cincinnatian and trumpeter. Thank you!!

[@Kas8588]

As A Man Born In Cincinnati It Makes One Prowd Of Not Only The Sound But The CSO

[@ronj5714]

That is flawless notes, pitch, breath & timing by those brass. Bravo. Copeland wrote this as an act to fan the flames of patriotism to our common citizen, once the U.S.A. entered WW2. Let us pray we may once again become one United States of America. Fighting for one another, not against.

[@klafuenfde]

Lettuce prey.

[@49metal]

Best version I could find at youtube; because the traditional flaws in performance associated with this piece were well worked over by people of competence. Its always one or two places, hard for the horns to reach, confusing when people go blank being enthralled with the music, but this is the most polished by far. and this piece deserves the work. Its not just the football song, its Fanfare by the Common Man by Aaron Copland

[@karehhartig7287]

Indeed.

[@Q_Tard]

Flaws in performance is one of the things that make live performance far and away better than studio.

[@joemorris2357]

Fanfare FOR the common man.

[@dr.johngrubb9892]

A beautiful musical masterpiece. As a dentist and an anesthetist during the Vietnam war, I witnessed man’s inhumanity to man. However, the bravest men I have ever shared my life with lives with me every day of my life. Being an American is a holy gift and we must express our gladness each and every day!

[@Marvinfj32]

All of us won the lottery of life just by being born here. She's not perfect but the best so far in the history of man. I have been beyond our borders and not once did I consider not coming back.

[@jackschleich9475]

some of the best modern music came from Copland and this was one of the best

[@axecoppal]

this music is like a wedge that enters your mind and leaves a mark. this is an awe-inspiring work !

[@jsabuilds2404]

My grandfather told me about Aaron Copland's music, so I ended up here. Very inspirational stuff.

[@garyadels1]

My grandmother and Aaron Copland were classmates in music classes in NYC in about 1916.

[@jsabuilds2404]

@@garyadels1, that's awesome.

[@1981TURBOTRANSAM1]

Without a doubt one of the best pieces of music EVER………period.

[@shaunoconnor2204]

Well, it's full stop, and also not one of the best ever.

[@1981TURBOTRANSAM1]

All about opinions.

[@beakrauss]

It was written to honor all of those, soldiers, families, anyone who sacrificed, during World War II and for the dawn of the age recognizing the dignity of the common man that would follow

[@poncedeleon5388]

Thank you Beatrice

[@e-money5851]

And look at the animals we have now roaming the streets!

[@beakrauss]

@@e-money5851 so very sad. We need to respect the dignity of all persons and learn to communicate with that respect

[@MichaelBrewick]

sad the enlightenment never happened

[@jonniez62]

That would be incorrect. It was written based upon speech by Vice President Wallace proclaimed the dawning of the "Century of the Common Man" in 1942

[@Gablesman888]

Remembering a top notch university band playing this fanfare to start their half time show. Real class. Real amazing.

[@flyingpaladin2712]

I think of my deceased father every, every time I hear this. I hope that it is played at my funeral.

[@SoundtheTrumpet2023]

Put it in writing! It will be a great gift to those who love you.

[@CattttMD]

Wow. I am holding back tears. Imagine hearing that in person, but I am just happy that I can listen to it here.

[@joshedwards9739]

The American Classical sound was built by Gershwin and Copland. Gershwin used jazz to give music for the city and Copland created the sound of the 'wild west'. We Americans owe these two men, may they rest peacefully, our greatest level of honor and respect. It was upon their shoulders that modern music rests.

[@tommueller8533]

Very savvy observation, and rich food for thought. I'll have to think more about this....

It really is weird, true, but weird. The wild improvised jazz is the sound of the ordered city, while the classical composition that is played exactly as composed is the sound of the _wild_ west. This weirdness also fits the US of A to a t.

[@tangledtacklefishing]

Absolutely one of my favorites. The string section is completely frozen in awe.

[@philwilliams8328]

No, they're frozen because they have no part in this piece by Copland.

[@tjtiffles]

This song physically weighs me down, not in a bad way, the music is simply so full I can FEEL it's presence.

[@haileycohen6650]

This makes me emotional and i don’t know why

[@charlottefeldman4815]

Probably because it is a brilliant piece of music that speaks to the heart. THIS is the sound of what our country should be. Bold, in concert and a beacon to the world.

[@karenkarp9478]

Me too. Gov. Dewine (Ohio) played a video of musicians in quarantine playing together. Almost started crying.

[@karenkarp9478]

@@charlottefeldman4815 Beautifully said.

[@wendazonnefeld5692]

I believe it’s emotion stems from the loss of life in World War II. Mr. Copeland wrote it in response to a solicitation from Eugene Goosens for a musical tribute honoring those engaged in World War II. The common man fought for those less fortunate and were willing to give their lives for a better future. The emotions of this work has been aptly combined to many films and so the cross modal connections continue to deeply affect me and I’m sure I am not alone.

[@stanburton6224]

Precisely the intent of all good music, to engage you on a subconscious level and impart the emotions of the composer.

[@elliottoppenheim9871]

This is a superb performance. When I do this, I typically can't sleep the night before and take a huuuuuuge breath... hoping to play ti as well as these guys play it!! It is so exposed for a trumpeter and you are a bum if you chip a note. It must be gorgeous... as here, so well demonstrated.

[@theresaheidel9878]

Leaving Brooklyn CruiseTerminal for the time for a voyage to Scandinavia aboard QM2, 2007, this was played as we left the Hudson River waters in NYC. I will never forget it. It summed up the grandeur of iit all!

[@JAMESD5573]

Powerful, emotional. I can't listen to this and not have to fight back the tears!

[@CynVee]

An American composition written by an American composer for Americans who sacrificed during WWII but one that honors all mankind. Truly magnificent.

[@Zometh]

The other day I heard bits of Copland's Rodeo and loved it so much that I ended up googling him to see what else he composed and ended up here. And now I remember being completely obsessed with this piece maybe five years ago :D I guess that I really do like Copland then

[@wingracer1614]

Then you have to check out Appalachian Spring

[@janetturner8256]

I have always ALWAYS loved this song from the time I first heard a snippet of it as a young kid on the 70s and I only recently learned it's title and composer. Now I know why I get teary when I hear it as an adult.

[@hindumuninc]

Ah so this is what the "Astronauts returning successfully" song is titled.

[@Chris-sf7ug]

Just don't listen to it while watching the Columbia re-entry.

[@Chris-sf7ug]

Actually it is quite sobering with the song, an ode that might bring a tear to your eye. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6fRlIyQe7ihmtU

[@peter8084]

A truly timeless piece of music !

[@terrylawson647]

This is a moving piece of music. WOW!!!!

[@ergodoy]

Great job everyone. I feel privileged to was able to share this. “Tahoma” was really moving. Reminds me of Copland

[@michaelveves475]

I get teary eyed still today age 68. I first heard this as a teenager.

[@jamesfarrell8339]

I remember when the Rolling Stones would play this as they were getting ready to take the stage My first introduction to the song Powerful then and still a very powerful song today Played masterfully here

[@pettifogger0712]

I (literally!!!) just heard it a few minutes ago on Love It Live (1977) (Track 1 Side A) (and yes.....not bad at all!)

[@lcowvan]

It's about the dignity of working people.

[@andreanovotny7415]

You would think so, but in the broad sense it rekates to most of us, whether working class or middle class. I don't know what wase in Copland's mind that inspired the Fanfare, but if you do, i'd love to hear it.

[@andreanovotny7415]

I have posted the answer above.

[@chrisholley4634]

brilliant, excellent, and without the typical traditional flaws thank you. Music you can Trust

[@joelmoreno4223]

A stunning piece....moving

[@SKF358]

I love this song. It shows that the common man is not common.

[@andreanovotny7415]

Per Wikipedia, "Copland, in his autobiography, wrote of the request: "Eugene Goossens, conductor of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, had written to me at the end of August about an idea he wanted to put into action for the 1942-43 concert season. During World War I he had asked British composers for a fanfare to begin each orchestral concert. It had been so successful that he thought to repeat the procedure in World War II with American composers". A total of 18 fanfares[1] were written at Goossens' behest, but Copland's is the only one which remains in the standard repertoire. It was written in response to the US entry into World War II and was inspired in part by a famous 1942 speech[2] where vice president Henry A. Wallace proclaimed the dawning of the "Century of the Common Man".[3] Goossens had suggested titles such as Fanfare for Soldiers, or sailors or airmen, and he wrote that "[i]t is my idea to make these fanfares stirring and significant contributions to the war effort...." Copland considered several titles including Fanfare for a Solemn Ceremony and Fanfare for Four Freedoms; to Goossens' surprise, however, Copland titled the piece Fanfare for the Common Man. Goossens wrote, "Its title is as original as its music, and I think it is so telling that it deserves a special occasion for its performance. If it is agreeable to you, we will premiere it 12 March 1943 at income tax time". Copland's reply was "I [am] all for honoring the common man at income tax time".[4]"

[@carlpiazza1950]

Five years ago , I did a play opening a scene with this music behind me Thrilling!!

[@davehood784]

i don't understand how 65 people (at this count, 2120 hrs Central Time, 20 Sept 2021, can DISLIKE this.

[@anamarialopezrenjel5131]

That is one of the most beautiful piece of music

[@garymathena355]

A song written for the ordinary person, not a king,, nor prince. the common man on the street.

[@paulhenry8004]

Beautifully said and such an uplifting, inspirational piece. Gotta love it

[@fredsmith6324]

yeah right, no one cares about the ordinary person, no one will play this for him.

[@susane1934]

We honored our Dad with this masterpiece at his funeral.

[@jamesburnett7085]

Never heard this done better.

[@decjorden7112]

It is truly great what's can you say

[@charlottefeldman4815]

Copeland was a national treasure.

[@fredsmith6324]

let's not get carried away

[@CelsoLago-Paiva]

Aaron Copland's moving "Fanfare for the Common Man" is one of the pinnacles of contemporary classical music. (Celso do Lago Paiva, Minas Gerais, Brazil)

[@StimParavane]

The greatest piece of American music ever written.

[@raymondjackson6069]

Fanfare for the Common Man!! Without them, our dreams would be mere scraps of wasted paper.

[@miltonfmn]

ELP at the Wembley Stadium is great version!

[@sarnobat2000]

Question - how synonymous is this song with Apollo 11's 1969 moon landing? The first time I heard this tune was when I was in Kennedy Space Center Orlando in 1994 when they were celebrating the 25th anniversary of it.

[@angieallen6657]

Brings tears to my eyes and makes me think of what America use to be and what it could be if we lived for God snd love our fellow Americans.

[@Tomcat1957]

Terrance Blanchard said it felt like it had been written by God. All wisdom that is good is from God

[@cjnotting650]

Wow. Crazy comment. If everything that comes from "God" is so great you mind explaining to us why so many of these clergymen are involved in hideous sexual crimes against young people, particularly young boys? Must have been instructed to do so by "God"?

[@bonnielucas3244]

I truly love this piece

[@wwta]

Used with sinister effect in the Bollywood crime classic 'Parinda''s opening scene and in many pivotal scenes.

[@albieh2563]

Wow, Mr. Clean is playing trumpet in this piece.

[@bystanderbutch3509]

Mr. Clean crankin on that trumpet makes this song!!!

[@bambino100011]

Go listen to them New York Phil play this under James Levine back in the day….. you will hear trombones play like you never heard….

[@perihelionstudios7563]

This feels so much more potent and meaningful for an American anthem, especially after the hell of a past year we've been through. This should be our national anthem.

[@andreanovotny7415]

I agree.

[@sonycans]

I hear where you're coming from and it is a darn great fanfare... Here is the but and I say this with respect... The national anthem should never be changed unless the country and its values have totally changed. While FFTCM would be considered a classic, let it stay for ALL the common humans in and outside the USA as Aaron Copeland created it to be.

[@eric9141]

@@sonycans Respectfully, not so fast. The SBB was only made the national anthem in the 1930's. Prior to that, the national anthem was Hail, Columbia. And here's a little bit of how that went; Hail Columbia, happy land! Hail, ye heroes, heav'n-born band, Who fought and bled in freedom's cause, And when the storm of war was gone Enjoy'd the peace your valor won. Let independence be our boast, Ever mindful what it cost; Ever grateful for the prize, Let its altar reach the skies. Chorus Firm, united let us be, Rallying round our liberty, As a band of brothers joined, Peace and safety we shall find.

[@francisstock7725]

Aa Z 1a!!1111111!!!!+

[@gradyfan2068]

What a great idea!

[@popokiobake]

Most unfortunate that the audio quality is diffused, the rendering seemed to be impeccable.

[@richardwilliams473]

Interesting to see the timpanist playing his drums in the German configuration.

[@tylornelson2858]

Can this be our national anthem? Does it have lyrics? Can we write some?

[@fredsmith6324]

no. lift every voice is our new nat'l anthem. this song has "white priv colonialism" written all over it.

America was at war when Aaron Coplañd composed this great work,; and it was the common people who stepped up..!🇺🇸🇺🇸🐆🇺🇸😊😊😊😊🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@tjp1451]

Copland is so underrated!

[@AtlsOsc]

I get such strong vibes of this, when I hear the opening theme from "Saving Private Ryan"

[@andrecuaton4657]

Signifies what US humans can do...and what lengths we can cover....what heights we can reach.....

[@ulfosterberg9116]

With some help of Japanese anime....

[@WalkerKlondyke]

Ha! I love watching all those strings just sit there looking like the kid at the dance no one will talk to. Move aside strings, it's time for the brass to shine! :-P

[@angiebreidenstine8258]

As a former string player, trust me - they are enjoying the break AND getting to listen to the beautiful music! :-)

[@amyfiedler6069]

yes

[@theodorejay1046]

Cutting off the drum intro is a flaw here vs. covering the applause at the end. Better to play back the whole piece as written.

[@Alex-mi7eo]

goosebumps !!!

[@CronicDemise]

The first 20 seconds of this is 100% inspiration for the intro to Portals in Avengers: Endgame. I love it.

[@djaii328]

Wow, I just went and checked it out and you are absolutely correct.

[@maureenashall]

Still love it ❤️

[@danielkinney6325]

I love all military music

[@slay_SKZ6087]

I love the music it is so calming oh and also comment and like if watching in 2020 quarantine

[@alanschwartz8750]

WHY CUT THE BEGINNING? That is a shame.

[@giulioaccorsi5901]

Yes.

[@daveenyart]

It would be OK if the perc & tpt beginning was included...for dumb.

[@lhpl]

Yes, it's really a pity that the beginning is missing. It sets the mood for all the rest of it.

[@fredsmith6324]

good job guys

[@sunshinegirl729]

Gativideo?

[@bbd0782]

j'aime bien le timbaliste qui vérifie à 0:42 qu'il s'est pas planté

[@adrianruiz7137]

Inspiring!

[@bobmalack481]

This piece was done exponentially in a Progessive /Rock/jazz format with Emerson, Lake, and Palmer (Early 70's fame- 'Lucky man' 'The beginnings' The Brain salad surgery album from '73. This performance here from '77 in a sub zero weather/ out door Monteal football stadium. Please classical purists, give this a listen to if this is this is not musical genius. Try playing TWO keyboards at a time in 20 below, you woodwind/reed wimps. Robert at 70.

[@Godardo]

ahora entiendo lo que logro Emerson, Lake and Palmer en su versión de Fanfare for the Common Man Now I understand what Emerson, Lake and Palmer achieved in their version of Fanfare for the Common Man

[@firstnamelastname4008]

the start of every football movie ever

[@kcwatkins4377]

Why cut out the beginning?

[@johnstucko2740]

The tune is awesome....but the name say it all....

[@cristoforomaragni890]

It's beatiful think captain America theme is inspired from this fanfare.

[@bonnielucas3244]

I love Copland

[@chaunezkalk9822]

Not all went to war. However, they served this country in roles which rarely have been acknowledged!

[@joannieyu1272]

Nice

[@franciscomendez6716]

Think that's beautiful, check out Huapango by Moncayo!

[@wynoi_yt]

He Got Game

[@WildBillCox13]

Just the climax? Next time I'd appreciate the foreplay, too.

[@masichea]

GATIVIDEO ❤️

[@paulmartin7535]

And Aaron Copeland's America... ! It's what's for dinner!!!!

[@josephtraficanti689]

It reminds me of men and women who would rather be somewhere else and doing something else but do their duty instead.

[@scottedmiston5850]

I don't think Copland would have wanted a larger than life image of himself projected onto a screen in the background of the orchestra. Instead or in addition maybe show . . . . a Common Man (or woman).

[@johntracy1369]

Always thought E L P was the original. Live n learn

[@johnbroadwell2603]

I too first heard this from ELP, and I figured it was from some classical piece as some of the others like Pictures at an Exhibition and many others.

[@fernandocavalieri925]

Gativideo 🎉

[@PowerfulDragon]

1:47

[@9999AWC]

0:00 La STM vous souhaite la bienvenue a bord!

[@freddubose196]

As of January 20, 2020, Copland's music never sounded so marvelous.

[@00ammy00]

Came here because I was reading The Penderwicks at Point Mouette hahaha

[@spwb2k]

To me this means Olympic Miracle 1980, when a bunch of working class American dudes took on and defeated the most successful and feared hockey team in the world right when their Uncle Sam badly needed a shot of morale and adrenaline.

[@akliryuzaki5853]

On your left.

[@thomashibler3151]

Welcome back, Cap.