Experience the timeless sound of ragtime with "King of Ragtime," featuring 16 of Scott Joplin's greatest rags expertly performed by pianist Guido Nielsen. This 2004 release from Gaslight Records showcases studio performances on grand piano, capturing the unique rhythms and beats that defined the genre and influenced early jazz. Relive the music of the early 1900s with iconic tracks such as "Maple Leaf Rag," "The Entertainer," and "The Rag-Time Dance." This edition includes an informative eight-page booklet with a historical essay on Scott Joplin's years in Saint Louis, written by Trebor Tichenor.
