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Ragtime

usgb/ˈræɡtaɪm/Volume
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Ragtime developed in African American communities, reflecting cultural history, not just a music style. SlideThat ragtime tune conjures up images of early 1900s America.
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Ragtime is a predecessor of jazz, so its rhythm is complex, emphasizing syncopation and off-beat rhythms. SlideRagtime's syncopated beat influenced many later jazz musicians.
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Ragtime is primarily played on the piano, so its mention often implies a piano performance. SlideThe festival's highlight was an outdoor ragtime piano concert.
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