Scott Joplin
Born in Texas in 1868, Scott Joplin was an African-American pianist and composer
who is now referred to as the ‘King of Ragtime’. While most of his 100 songs –
including “Maple Leaf Rag” and “The Entertainer” – fall under the ragtime genre,
he also penned a ragtime ballet and two operas. Growing up in Texarkana,
Arkansas, he became a musician with help from local teachers. He left his job as
a railway laborer and pursued a career as a musician. In 1894, he moved to
Sedalia, Missouri and taught piano for a living. The following year, he started
publishing his music and by 1899, “M...
Maple Leaf RagScott Joplin
Elite Syncopations
3:02
Maple Leaf Rag, for pianoWilliam Bolcom and Scott Joplin
3:06
The EntertainerLeo Brouwer and Scott Joplin
Piano Rolls
5:26
Maple Leaf Rag, for pianoNew England Conservatory Ragtime Ensemble and Scott Joplin
4:14
The EntertainerScott Joplin
Original rags
Maple Leaf Rag, for pianoPhillip Dyson and Scott Joplin
3:18
