Copland: Appalachian Spring

Appalachian Spring: I. Very Slowly. Introduction Of The Characters, One By One, In A Suffused Light

Appalachian Spring: II. Fast. Sudden Burst Of Unison Strings In A Major Arpeggios Starts The Action. A Sentiment Both Elated And Religious Gives The Keynote To This Scene

Appalachian Spring: Iii. Moderate. Duo For The Bride And Her Intended – Scene Of Tenderness And Passion

Appalachian Spring: Iv. Quite Fast. The Revivalist And His Flock. Folksy Feeling – Suggestions Of Square Dances And Country Fiddlers

Appalachian Spring: V. Still Faster. Solo Dance Of The Bride – Presentiment Of Motherhood. Extremes Of Joy And Fear And Wonder

Appalachian Spring: Vi. Very Slowly (As At First). Transition Scene To Music Reminiscent Of The Introduction

Appalachian Spring: Vi. Shaker, Calm And Flowing. Scenes Of Daily Activity For The Bride And Her Farmer Husband

Appalachian Spring: VII Moderate. Coda. The Bride Takes Her Place Among Her Neighbors. At The End The Couple Are Left "Quiet And Strong In Their New House"