Ragtime ā Brock Chart Ragtime was written for the Museum of Modern Art (New York) for a short film in their series How to See. The short film explores MoMAās expansive early film collection, and the director wanted a piece that sounded like something out of the ragtime period. Inspired by the classic sounds of Joplin, this piece uses several techniques familiar in ragtime style but with more-modern harmonies as well as jazz and blues influences. šµ About this piece: Level: Intermediate Style: Ragtime / early jazz Pedagogical focus: Stride technique, syncopation, and steady rhythm Exploration: Ragtime feel with modern harmonies and a touch of jazz and blues color. Scan and Play: Scan QR code for MP3 recording š Perfect for: Intermediate students exploring classic and modern ragtime Short recital pieces that impress with rhythmic flair Teaching stride piano and stylistic articulation šµ Listen to this piece: Ragtime (Recording) Your browser does not support the audio element.
