Ragtime Mandolin: A Collection of Cakewalks, Rags, Slow Drags, and Foxtrots from the Gilded Age

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Exploring the mandolin's rise in popularity from 1885 to 1915, the book highlights the formation of numerous regional orchestras and clubs, notably in urban Northeast and Midwest areas. It references cultural connections, such as Scott Joplin's dedication of "The Entertainer" to a local mandolin club. The collection invites musicians to experience the vibrant music of the Gilded Age, featuring arrangements in both staff notation and tablature, complete with chord symbols, allowing players to immerse themselves in the era's dance hall tunes.