Time Period
The dates for the beginning and end of ragtime
What is 1890-1917?
The primary instrument used in ragtime
What is piano?
Known as the King/Father of Ragtime
Who is Scott Joplin?
Ragtime died off in popularity after this composer passed away
Who is Scott Joplin?
The 16th amendment introduced this important topic
What is income tax?
The term for the misplacement of the downbeat
What is syncopation?
Composer that was known for playing piano for silent movies
Who is James Scott?
Ragtime was taken over in popularity by this genre of music
What is jazz?
Progressivism fought for this
What is social and political reform?
Ragtime combined elements from these two genres
What is African music and European classical music?
This composer was known as one of the few white ragtime composers
Who is Joseph Lamb?
The "and's" in music are called this term
After WWI, these themes in music became increasingly popular
What are patriotic themes?
The style of ragtime music known for its complexity and large leaps in the left hand
What is stride piano?
This composer wrote the piece entitled, "The Finger Breaker"
Name one piece by Scott Joplin
What is Maple Leaf Rag, Fig Leaf Rag, The Entertainer, Bink Waltz, Augustan Club Waltz, etc.?
The Spanish-American War boosted sales in this which helped the spread of ragtime music
What is sheet music?
This is the main reason why ragtime music was written
What is entertainment?
The city and state that hosts the Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival every year
What is Sedalia, Missouri?
What is foxtrot?