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2 unusual facts about The Second Hurricane


The Second Hurricane

The Second Hurricane was Copland's first attempt at composing opera and was commissioned by the Henry Street Settlement in New York City where it premiered on 21 April 1937 at the settlement's playhouse performed by students at its music school.

Specifically written for school performances, it lasts just under an hour and premiered on 21 April 1937 at the Henry Street Settlement playhouse in New York City.



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