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Ragtime

Ragtime. A Revival. Origins. Uniquely American Syncopated Music Phenomenon Emerged Mid 1890s Primarily Southern & Midwestern States. Components. Piano Compositions Highly Syncopated Treble Lead Rhythmically Steady Bass 3 or 4 Strains 16 or 32 Measures Each. Interesting Facts.

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Ragtime

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  1. Ragtime A Revival

  2. Origins • Uniquely American • Syncopated Music Phenomenon • Emerged Mid 1890s • Primarily Southern & Midwestern States

  3. Components • Piano Compositions • Highly Syncopated Treble Lead • Rhythmically Steady Bass • 3 or 4 Strains • 16 or 32 Measures Each

  4. Interesting Facts • Syncopation began as “head” music – performed by ear. • Most common syncope is from the high-stepping cakewalk. • Introduced at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair • Boosted the sale of pianos.

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