Scott Joplin
Dates and Places
Scott Joplin was born in Texarkana, Texas in 1868. He died in New York City, New York in 1917.
Accomplishments
He was famous because he was a rag time music composer and performer.
Young Life and Family
Scott's father played the violin. His mother played the banjo. His mother worked hard to pay for his first piano lessons. He became so good, they would teach him for free. He did not go to school until he was teenager.
Adult Life
He played the piano for a job at age 17. He wrote and performed many songs. His most famous piece was called the Maple Leaf Rag.
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Bibliography:
Krull, Kathleen. Lives of the Musicians. 66-69. Biographies Aquila's Home Page Revised: 3-13-2002 For information, contact John Dyer, Media Specialist, Aquila Primary Center. Copyright © 2001 John H. Dyer. Any use or redistribution of this information without permission is prohibited.