Scott Joplin was once among America's most popular songwriters. The son of a former slave, the composer's Ragtime music swept the nation more than 100 years ago. Joplin's house in St. Louis is thought ...
ST. LOUIS — During Black History Month, 5 on Your Side is celebrating the history that was made in St. Louis, and highlighting the next generation of change-makers. One of the most influential ...
Discover the incredible story of Scott Joplin, the King of Ragtime. From his groundbreaking "Maple Leaf Rag" to the posthumous recognition of his opera "Treemonisha," explore how Joplin shaped ...