Joplin Rags For Viola
$24.15
Joplin Rags for Viola and Piano brings Scott Joplin’s celebrated ragtime style to the viola. Featuring The Entertainer and Bethena in arrangements by Pat Goddard, this collection combines rhythmic challenge with lively, engaging performance repertoire.
Key Features:
• Two classic Scott Joplin works.
• For viola and piano
• Arranged by Pat Goddard
• Approximately Grades 6–7
• Develops rhythm, articulation, and ragtime style
Joplin Rags for Viola
Bring the unmistakable syncopation and charm of Scott Joplin’s ragtime to the viola with Joplin Rags for Viola and Piano. Arranged by Pat Goddard, this collection features two contrasting favourites—The Entertainer and Bethena—adapted for viola with piano accompaniment. Rated around Grades 6–7, the arrangements offer developing and advanced violists an enjoyable change from traditional classical repertoire while challenging them to capture ragtime’s distinctive rhythmic character and style.
Key Features:
- Music by Scott Joplin
- Arranged by Pat Goddard
- For viola and piano
- Approximately Grades 6–7
- Features The Entertainer and Bethena
- Ideal for lessons, recitals, and entertaining performances
Musical Benefits:
- Develops rhythmic precision and syncopation
- Strengthens articulation and bow control
- Encourages stylistic versatility
- Builds confidence with characterful performance
