Poster Scott Joplin
Scott Joplin
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Black History Spotlight

Black History Spotlight: Scott Joplin

Black History Spotlight: Scott Joplin

Scott Joplin was dubbed the "King of Ragtime" in the early 20th century. His "Maple Leaf Rag" became the first piece of instrumental music to sell a million copies in the United States. Joplin composed operas and also published a piano workbook: The School of Ragtime: Six Exercises for Piano.


 


 


 


 

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