Scott Joplin | The Composer Who Defined a Generation

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Composer Spotlight: Scott Joplin | Ragtime, Syncopation & American Music History for Kids (E103)

What is ragtime, and why is Scott Joplin called the King of Ragtime? 🎶
In this Composer Spotlight episode of Music in Our Homeschool, Gena Mayo introduces homeschool families to Scott Joplin, one of the most influential American composers of all time.

This episode is perfect for Black History Month, American music studies, or anytime you want a short, meaningful music appreciation lesson for elementary and middle school students. Designed with busy homeschool parents in mind, this lesson works beautifully during Morning Time, listening in the car, or as a 15-minute fine arts block.

🎼 In this episode, you’ll learn:

What ragtime music is and how it grew out of traditional marches

How syncopation changes the feel of music (explained in kid-friendly terms)

The story behind Maple Leaf Rag—the first piece of sheet music to sell over 1 million copies

Why Scott Joplin insisted his music be taken seriously

How ragtime influenced jazz, Broadway, and American popular music

You’ll also hear how Joplin’s music connects to later composers like Irving Berlin and George Gershwin, helping students understand how musical styles build on one another over time.

This episode is adapted from a live lesson inside the Music in Our Homeschool Plus membership, where families enjoy monthly music appreciation classes with zero prep required.

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Find links to all resources mentioned in this episode here: https://musicinourhomeschool.com/comp...