Scott Joplin and the age of ragtime

By Ray Argyle

Subjects: Composers, united states, Composers, biography, Ragtime music, Biography, History and criticism, Joplin, scott, 1868-1917, Composers

Description: "This biography follows Joplin's life from the brothels and bars of St. Louis to the music mills of Tin Pan Alley as he introduced a syncopated, lively style to classical piano. Joplin's effect on popular music is closely identified with his era and the role of African Americans on the music scene of the United States"--Provided by publisher.