Was aaron copland a conductor

Answer 1

Aaron Copland was primarily known as a composer and is celebrated for his contributions to American Classical Music. While he did conduct some of his own works and collaborated with various orchestras, conducting was not his main profession. His reputation rests largely on his compositions, such as "Appalachian Spring" and "Fanfare for the Common Man." Thus, while he had experience as a conductor, it was not his primary focus.