Joplin's Ragtime: A New TV Special & Podcast
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Everyone Loves Joplin TV special premieres April 17, 2026, on KPBS TV, exploring Scott Joplins ragtime world. Rick Benjamin and the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra transport viewers to the early 20th century with music, films, and style. Pianist John Novacek discusses ragtimes rise and Joplins posthumous fame. The special features a modern reimagining of Joplins opera Treemonisha and insights from artists like Chris Ware about Joplins iconic works.
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California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Joplin's Ragtime: A New TV Special & Podcast. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
Scott Joplin ruled Ragtime back at the turn of the 20th century, that fresh sound that got everyone moving. A new TV special called Everyone Loves Joplin dives into his world, premiering Friday, April 17th, 2026 at 8 p.m. on. KPBS TV and their streaming service. Rick Benjamin leads the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra, taking conductors Scott U straight back to that vibrant era with killer music, early films, and all the style. Penest John Navashek breaks down how Ragtime exploded onto the scene, and the big revival that finally shot Joplin to worldwide fame after years in the shadows. They restaged Joplin's masterpiece opera Tremonisha for today, with director Wayne E. Mungesha blending in a West African chore for a fresh twist that honors the roots. Plus, folks like Chris Ware chat about the very first recording of Joplin's hit, The Entertainer. Catch this gem from season 7 of Now Hear This on KPBS Plus anytime. It streams free on your devices and pulls you right into Ragtime history.
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