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Upcoming Events

June 7-10
Celebrate the 1Oth Anniversary Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival in Sedalia, Missouri . . .

This is the oldest "pure ragtime" festival in America. Many of today's greats will perform intimate concerts in the city of ragtime music's infancy. There also will be activities such as a ragtime store, where sheet music and other items are traded and sold, and a symposium featuring historians and scholars sharing inforrnation based on the most current research.

June 12 Celebrate Women of Ragtime at Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri . . .

Throughout the history of Ragtime music, women have made important contributions to this uniquely American tradition. Celebrate their efforts at Ihe oldest residential women's college west of the Mississippi. For more information call (314) 876-7111

The Friends of Scott Joplin House present a Ragtime Rendezvous . . .

Traditionally, Ihe third week-end in June was the occasion of the St. Louis Ragtime Festival aboard the Goldenrod Showboat on the St. Louis Riverfront. However, financial difficulties Ied to the sale/sail of the Goldenrod down the river, and the cancellation of the festival. The Board of Directors of The Friends of Scott Joplin House felt that the thousands of fans who looked forward to attending the festival each year, should not be disappointed. To fill this void, they are endeavoring to organize a weekend of events which will make up for the loss. They contacted national artists such as Richard Zimmerman, The Electera String Band and local artists Trebor Tichenor, John Hancock and Richard Egan, who have all pledged their support.

As planned, the Rendezvous would consist of a series of events which would be a demonstration of Ragtime music's diversity:

Friday, June 15 at 7:00 PM "Ragtime In Bloom"

This event to be held in the enchanting garden setting of Tower Grove Park's Stupp Center, will feature tunes inspired by and named for the blossoms in Victorian Gardens. A sumptuous reception will follow the concert. Dick Zimmennan is slated to appear as one of the artists.

Ticket Price: $13.50 Friends Group Members (Lhese prices include Ihe reception)
$15.00 General Admission

Saturday, June 16 at 2:00 PM "St. Louis Ragtime History"

This event will be held at the History Museum in Forest Park, and will feature a slide talk and performance presentation by the St. Louis Ragtimers. This informative session will take old and new Ragtime fans back to the rools of St. Louis' ragtime tradition. Following the performance, participants are invited to view the exhibit Ragtime to Rock 'n Roll: The History of African American Music in St. Louis which is currently on display at the museum.

Ticket Price: $4.00 Friends of Scott Joplin House/HistoryMuseum
$5.00 General Admission

Saturday, June 16 at 8:00 PM "Ragtime at Blueberry Hill Saloon"

This evening of raucous fun will pay tribute to the sporting life, piano duels and bar room atmosphcre which were so much a part of Ragtime's origins. Various artists will participale in the spirit of friendly competition, just like the good old days.

Tickct Price: $4.00 Friends of Scott Joplin House
$5.00 General Admission

Sunday, June 17 at 7:00 PM, "Special Father's Day Concert"

Featuring classic Ragtime to be held in the beautifully appointed surroundings of Washington University's Edison Theater. This program will feature the nationally known Electra String Band, Trebor Tichenor, Dick Zimmerrnan and others in a formal concert hall setting.

Ticket Price: $8.50 Friends of Scott Joplin House
$10.00 General Admission

Friends Host Their First Annual Meeting

On Saturday, February 24, 1990, The Friends of Scott Joplin House held their first Annual Meeting aboard the Lt. Robert E. Lee, on the St. Louis Riverfront. The featured speaker was Mr. B. H. Rucker, Chief of Historic Sites for the Department of Natural Resources. Mr. Rucker gave a progress report on the restoration of the house. He then presented the Board members with certificates of appreciation for their service to the site and the original artwork for the New Rosebud Cafe. Annette Bridges, Administrator of the site gave a slide presentation of the interior of the house showing the extent of work required during the next phase of the pr0ject. The afternoon was capped off by a delicious buffet and a rousing performance by the St. Louis Ragtimers. Board Vice-President, Bob Ault thrilled the audience with his amazing harp guitar. Everyone agrees that a good time was had by all.