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Scott Joplin

Joplin in 1903

BornNovember 24, 1868

Texarkana, Texas, U.S., or Linden, Texas, U.S. (disputed)

DiedApril 1, 1917(1917-04-01) (aged 48)

Manhattan, New York City, U.S.

Burial placeSt. Michael's Cemetery
EducationGeorge R. Smith College
Occupation
  • Composer
  • pianist
  • music teacher
Years active1895–1917
Spouse(s)

Belle Jones

(m. 1899; div. 1903)​

Freddie Alexander

(m. 1904; died 1904)​

Lottie Stokes

(m. 1909)​
AwardsPulitzer Prize (posthumous, 1976)
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Scott Joplin (c. 1868 – April 1, 1917) was an American composer and pianist. Because of the fame achieved for his ragtime compositions, he was dubbed the "King of Ragtime". One of his first and most popular pieces, the "Maple Leaf Rag", became the genre's first and most influential hit, later being recognized as the quintessential rag.

Early life

Joplin was born in Texas, U.S. Scott joplin biography!