| Source | WBEZ |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | July 2, 2026, 7:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | July 2, 2026, 7:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.wbez.org/culture-the-arts/classical/2026/07/02/america-250-harry-lennix-president-abraham-lincoln-aaron-copland-chicago-symphony |
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As the country [ _celebrates its 250th anniversary,_ ][1] one of the soundtracks
of this moment is Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait,” memorializing one of
Illinois’ most famous sons.
The widely heralded 1942 work features folk tunes, big brass parts and gripping
quotes from the 16th president — wo...