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“Let me see you do the 'rag time dance'... Turn left and do the 'Cake walk prance'... Turn the other way and do the 'Slow drag'... Now take your lady to the world's fair (...) And do the 'rag time dance.'”

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Scott Joplin
Scott Joplin

Scott Joplin (November 24, 1868 – April 1, 1917) was an American composer and pianist, known as the 'King of Ragtime.' Born in Texas to formerly enslaved parents, he learned piano through self-study and formal training. His most famous works, including 'Maple Leaf Rag' and 'The Entertainer,' defined the ragtime genre, blending African rhythms with European classical music. Joplin's music gained popularity in the early 20th century but declined after his death. He was rediscovered in the 1970s due to the film 'The Sting,' which used his compositions. In 1976, he was posthumously awarded a Pulitzer Prize. Joplin's influence extends to jazz, pop, and modern music, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of American music. more

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