Dubbed by his publisher the King of Ragtime writers Scott Joplin (1868-1917) was the most influential ragtime composer of al l time. Joplin was much more than just a ragtime composer as can be seen in this vibrant collection of short works for piano . In addition to the title piece Solace - A Mexican Serenade a syncopated tango this compilation features 10 of Joplin's l ively two-steps marches and waltzes. Titles include - Great Crush Collision Combination March Harmony Club Waltz Augusta