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Rip-Roarin' Ragtime

Dave Jasen
Rip-Roarin' Ragtime

Recorded in St. Louis during the 13th Annual National Ragtime Festival in June 1977, David A. Jasen demonstrates why the New York Times called him a “walking (and sitting) encyclopaedia of ragtime lore.” With tuba and washboard accompaniment, he explores the entire spectrum of ragtime, from folk to novelty, including seven rags recorded here for the first time. Also included are Jasen’s own interpretations of some rarely recorded Scott Joplin and James Scott pieces (“Fig Leaf Rag” and “Ophelia Rag,” respectively). He artfully combines his dedication to ragtime with his proven musical ability to create two imaginative rags of his own (“Macadamian Scuffle” and “Somebody’s Rag”).

Liner notes include a brief biography and notes about the songs.

Track Listing

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Kalamity Kid Dave Jasen 02:22
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102
Fig Leaf Rag Dave Jasen 03:58
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Champagne Rag Dave Jasen 02:32
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Sweet and Tender Dave Jasen 02:56
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105
Bantam Step Dave Jasen 02:57
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Somebody's Rag Dave Jasen 02:32
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Macadamian Scuffle Dave Jasen 02:59
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202
Gasoline Rag Dave Jasen 02:00
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Ophelia Rag Dave Jasen 02:35
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204
Too Much Raspberry Dave Jasen 02:14
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The Midnight Trot Dave Jasen 03:11
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Meteor Rag Dave Jasen 02:28