John Stark published many pieces by this composer, including a piece inspired by Teddy Roosevelt's speeches, "The Strenuous Life", and a re-issue of his "The Easy Winners".
Gunther Schuller founded an ensemble at the New England Conservatory to play works of this composer that were collected in the Red Back Book. This composer collaborated with his student Arthur Marshall on the piece "Swipesy". His music inspired Joseph Lamb to write "Sensation". One piece by him instructs the pianist to stamp the floor during its "Stop-Time" section. John Stark published many pieces by this composer, including a piece inspired by Teddy Roosevelt's speeches, "The Strenuous Life", and a re-issue of his "The Easy Winners". Many of his works were adapted by Marvin Hamlisch for the soundtrack of The Sting. One of his pieces is thought to be named for a club in Sedalia, Missouri. For 10 points, name this composer of "The Entertainer" and "The Maple Leaf Rag" dubbed "The King of Ragtime".
Gunther Schuller founded an ensemble at the New England Conservatory to play works of this composer that were collected in the Red Back Book.
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