scott joplin is best known as a composer of what kind of music
Scott Joplin Scott Joplin (/ˈdʒɒplɪn/; c. 1867/68 or November 24, 1868– April 1, 1917) was an African-American composer and pianist. Joplin achieved fame for his ragtime compositions and was dubbed the "King of Ragtime".[2] During his brief career, he wrote 44 original ragtime pieces, one ragtime ballet, and two operas. One of his first, and most popular pieces, the "Maple Leaf Rag", became ragtime's first and most influential hit, and has been recognized as the archetypal rag.[3]
Maurice White Maurice White (December 19, 1941 â€“ February 4, 2016) was an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, arranger, and bandleader. He was the founder of the band Earth, Wind & Fire. As well he served as the band's main songwriter and record producer, and was co-lead singer along with Philip Bailey.[1]