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Piano ragtime instrumentals performed by Brent Watkins, this first volume captures the stylistic variety of an unforgettable era. From hits that introduced ragtime to the world, to the remarkable European classicism that emerged during ragtime's twilight years. Finally, the East Coast "Stride" style that formed the foundation for what was to come: Jazz. Click on CD cover to view complete CD information and hear sample tracks. | |||
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More great ragtime, stride and blues piano instrumentals! Volume 2 includes the same great blend of well known tunes and obscure gems spanning over 30 years from the late 19th and early 20th century. Volume 2 extends farther into the jazz idiom as we see how African American composers influenced Gershwin and others. Hear more unique compositions from Iowa natives like Bix Beiderbecke and others. Click on CD cover to view complete CD information and hear sample tracks. |
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Interested in an original rag written in the style
of our heroes? Purchase the latest composition by Brent Watkins, "Cedar River Ramble" Simply click the "Buy Now" button below, provide an online payment of $5.00 and a .pdf of the score will be emailed directly to you. Hear a sample of this piece from our Volume 2 CD. |
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