Scott Joplin: The Red Back Book
Scott Joplin · 1973
36 min · 10 tracks · ragtime
A vibrant collection of ragtime classics that captures the joyous essence of early American piano music.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Entertainer (solo piano version) — This solo version showcases Joplin's intricate melodies and syncopated rhythms, highlighting the playful character of ragtime. Its timeless appeal has made it one of Joplin's most recognized pieces.
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Maple Leaf Rag — Often regarded as Joplin's signature composition, this track exemplifies the ragtime genre with its lively tempo and catchy themes. It has influenced countless musicians beyond its original era.
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Sun Flower Slow Drag — With its relaxed tempo and lyrical phrasing, this piece demonstrates Joplin's ability to blend complexity with approachable melodies, showcasing the emotional depth of ragtime.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for lighthearted moments
- short bursts of joyful energy
- for social gatherings
- nostalgic charm of early 20th-century
- danceable rhythms that invite movement
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep emotional narratives
- prefer lengthy, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Revived interest in ragtime music, establishing Joplin's legacy during a cultural resurgence.
- Career context
- Released in 1973, Scott Joplin: The Red Back Book is a posthumous compilation celebrating Joplin's legacy during the ragtime revival. By this time, Joplin had been recognized as a pivotal figure in American music, with his works gaining renewed appreciation through various recordings and performances after decades of obscurity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Scott· Eubie Blake· Fats Waller
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Cascades 3:27
- 2 Sun Flower Slow Drag 3:07
- 3 The Chrysanthemum 3:44
- 4 The Entertainer (solo piano version) 3:51
- 5 The Rag Time Dance 4:00
- 6 Sugar Cane 3:20
- 7 The Easy Winners 3:56
- 8 The Entertainer 4:15
- 9 Sun Flower Slow Drag (piano solo version) 3:27
- 10 Maple Leaf Rag 3:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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