Fanfare for the Common Man

Available separately for the first time in many years Fanfare for the Common Man (1942), Aaron Copland’s now iconic contribution to the war effort and celebration of American democracy is scored for brass ensemble and percussion. In the composer’s words, this short majestic piece ‘honors the man who did no deeds of heroism on the battlefield, but shared the labors, sorrows and hopes of those who strove for victory. It has since become known in innumerable arrangements - Copland himself incorporated it into the finale of his Third Symphony.