Graceful Ghost Rag - William Bolcom (1970) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-10-19 | Graceful Ghost Rag by William Bolcom, composed in 1970. I present my first proper Bolcom recording for you all today (though I am working on another of his lesser-played ones too!). "Graceful Ghost" was written back in 1970 in remembrance of his father, and is the first in the "Three Ghost Rags" set. I've recorded two videos specifically for the month of October this year, so expect another next week! If you're interested in more "spooky" themed ragtime and classical music, check out this playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=4yJ6ckEVOvs&list=PLFHDKKPaUovjWsJLDnN8FO2BYBKniV9zk It includes my recordings of: "Mad Scientist Rag", "Sleepy Hollow Rag", a "Danse Macabre" duet and many more 💀Hope you all enjoy listening 👻☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtimepiano #bolcom #pianosolo
Amapa (Le vrai tango Bresilien) - Juco Storoni (1913) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-09-01 | Amapa, Brazilian Tango, by Juco Storoni from 1913. Someone very kindly sent me this music recently and I thought it would be perfect for testing out and recording on my new piano (if you missed it, here's a video explaining why I now have a *different* new piano 😅: youtube.com/shorts/rVRbK2AQKZk?feature=share ) It hasn't been tuned yet obviously, and I have a lot more testing to do regarding mic placement and everything, but it's a solid first run! Enjoy 🌹☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #tango
New Piano, Take 2 - Demo! 🎹 #piano #yamahapiano #youtubepartnerperks Christina Pepper 2025-08-25 | The new Yamaha in action! If you missed the video explaining why I have a different new piano, here's the link: youtube.com/shorts/rVRbK2AQKZk?feature=share This is also a teaser of something I've been working on and will record in it's entirety once I've gotten the piano tuned 🎹 And thank you to YouTube for the nifty clapperboard! 🎬 @youtubecreators ☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
New Piano, Take 2 🎹 #piano #yamahapiano Christina Pepper 2025-08-25 | So, I got a new, *new* acoustic piano! I figured it would be easier to explain why in a video, and I'll post a demonstration of how it sounds shortly after this one (though obviously it hasn't been tuned yet.) If you have any questions or requests of what to play on it next, let me know 🎵 Also thanks to YouTube for the nifty clapperboard 🎬Here's the demo I posted after this video: youtube.com/shorts/QOwUHWFIpJg?feature=share☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#youtubepartnerperks
The Storm King March-Galop - E.T. Paull (1902) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-08-22 | The Storm King March-Galop, composed by E.T. Paull in 1902, for piano solo.It's been some time since I recorded a Paull march, and what a way to gloriously return to them! This one is specifically titled a "March-Galop" giving it a faster than usual tempo, and includes a dramatic introduction with weather descriptions as the Storm King approaches. **You can turn on the subtitles to see those as they appear in the sheet music** (Paull also encourages the performer to skip the intro if they don't think they can render it accurately/effectively enough, so you'll have to judge for yourselves if I pulled it off.) And quite by accident, it was a very warm day when I recorded so my fan is on full blast which only adds to the ambiance 🌩️This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi. Enjoy!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #piano #pianomusic
Rag Pickers Rag - Robert J. OBrien (1904) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-08-09 | Rag Pickers Rag (Two Step) by Robert J. O'Brien, from 1904.A rollicking (and quite excellent) rag from the composer of "Lady With the Red Dress" Rag - this appears in the "Ragtime Rarities" collection assembled by Trebor Jay Tichenor alongside many other lesser-known gems.This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi - enjoy! 💟☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #ragtime #ragtimepiano
Popcorn Rag - Bruce Klayman (2025) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-07-31 | Bruce Klayman's latest rag is my personal favorite composition of his, and perfect for a night at the (silent) movies. It's chock full of drama, intrigue, heroic escapades, and a nice relaxing intermission (the Trio) before the climatic ending. Grab your bucket and enjoy the "Popcorn Rag"!Bruce is a multi-talented composer and pianist who is proficient in numerous styles and has a broad range of written works. I've recorded a few other rags and marches of his which you can find here:Admiration Rag: youtu.be/tP268dcIL6c A Ragtime Riot: youtu.be/JUXWF0VROAYThe Lamplighter March: youtu.be/Dtmb-ue81WoSoap Bubbles March: youtu.be/2srrX0OD4jkEnjoy! 🎼☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #ragtime #ragtimepiano
The Possums Wish, Intermezzo - Damon Carmona (2005) Classical Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-07-25 | Ragtime composer Damon Carmona (of "Mupus", "Gargoyles", "Open Da Night" and many others) had a brief dabble with classical music composition at the request of a friend back in 2005. I am delighted to be the one to debut: "The Possum's Wish", an intermezzo. Though the name is whimsical, the music provides a deep feeling of melancholy, a sense of loss at what can never be interspersed with fleeting moments of agitated frivolity, before settling back into a simple and familiar sadness.Most importantly, it leads to the ever-present and oft-asked question, "What *does* a possum wish for?" 💫 You can find all of Damon's music that I've recorded in this handy playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFHDKKPaUovi2jn3HeWRnO4TplLgkHqLo (Mostly ragtime, one waltz, and now an intermezzo!)☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #classicalpiano
Irmena Rag - Axel Christensen (1908) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-07-21 | Irmena Rag by Axel Christensen, composed in 1908.Another rag from the self-named "Czar of Ragtime", Axel Christensen. He's most well-known for the Christensen School of Popular Music which he founded to teach the fundamentals of syncopated music. Upwards of 500,000 students enrolled in the program before it began to taper off during the Great Depression. His magazine, the "Ragtime Review," had a successful 4-year run before being bought out and helped to promote his instructional guides and school. This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi; enjoy! 🎵Another rag by Christensen, "The Cauldron Rag": youtu.be/J6JvWwy_lYU☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #ragtime #ragtimepiano
Wild Flower Rag - Clarence Williams (1916) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-07-11 | Wild Flower Rag by Clarence Williams, from 1916 - Dedicated to Louis Wade and Fred C. WashingtonA tune from jazz pianist, composer, and publisher Clarence Williams who had a long and successful career in the industry. He ran the leading African-American owned publishing company in the 1920's, created a community in Queens, NY for other black artists to collaborate and work together, and went on to record with various labels before selling his entire back-catalog of music and retiring.This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi; enjoy! 🌼☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #ragtime #ragtimepiano
The Glory of the Yankee Navy - John Philip Sousa, Piano Duet (1909) Christina Pepper 2025-07-03 | "The Glory of the Yankee Navy" by John Philip Sousa (1909), arranged for piano duet by myself.It's almost the fourth of July which means it's time for my annual Sousa March piano duet! This year's was written for the musical comedy "The Yankee Girl" and was dedicated to the star of the show, Blanche Ring. There were also lyrics, written by Kenneth S. Clark, and the title went through several iterations like: "Uncle Sam's Navy" and "The Honor of the Yankee Navy" before settling on the current title. As usual I also have the sheet music available for sale in my shop, which you can find here: ko-fi.com/s/b045402342This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi; Enjoy! 🎇🎆🎇My Sousa March duets from previous years:King Cotton: youtu.be/w1upsM4xva8Who's Who in Navy Blue: youtu.be/gRWtvLjFlasSabre and Spurs: youtu.be/nyJLXpJaIy4Riders for the Flag: youtu.be/_Ch8Q1BjYuo☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianoduet #johnphilipsousa #independenceday
Opie The University of Maine Stein Song, March - E.A. Fenstad (1910) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-06-27 | The University of Maine Stein Song was written to the tune of the march "Opie" by composer E.A. Fenstad, lyrics by student Lincoln Ross Colcord, and was published in this form in 1910. It was popularized in 1930 by Rudy Vallée who recorded it for mainstream audiences and it became a number one hit (apparently the only college song to do so!) This piece was commissioned by John McDonnell who has a website with more info on this piece (including the lyrics to the song) and lots of other piano music from the period: angelfire.com/ks/landzastanza/pianomusic.html#05 Enjoy! 🍻☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #pianomusic #opie
The Folly Ragtime Piano by Damon Carmona #ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo Christina Pepper 2025-06-24 | The intro and first two strains of "The Folly", a Rag by Damon Carmona. This one is part of a set of two companion pieces that I recorded recently and his very first two rag compositions - watch the full video here: youtu.be/QyoHbM8ReBw 🎹🎶☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Life on the Farm & The Folly - Damon Carmona, Ragtime Piano Solos Christina Pepper 2025-06-20 | 0:00 Life on the Farm (Rag)2:18 The Folly (Rag)Before there was "Mupus" and "Gargoyles", there was "Life on the Farm" and "The Folly" - Damon Carmona's first two ragtime compositions, written at age 14. The former has a charming simplicity about it that will transport you straight to the barnyard, whereas "The Folly" is brash, rambunctious, and gives off those 'saloon piano' vibes. It was also inspired by Moore's Folly, an eccentric 19th-century mansion on Church St. in Lynchburg, VA. The two are meant to be companion pieces so I hope you enjoy today's special Ragtime Double Feature! 📽🎹You can find all of Damon's music that I've recorded in this handy playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFHDKKPaUovi2jn3HeWRnO4TplLgkHqLo (Mostly ragtime; one waltz!)☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Ragtime Oriole, Left Hand Cam (James Scott, 1911) #ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo Christina Pepper 2025-06-14 | Continuing my "Left Hand Camera" series with some of my ragtime favorites (in case you've ever wanted a closer look at what's happening on the stride side of things!) Here's the A and B strains of James Scott's "Ragtime Oriole" from 1911 🎶My full recorded version of "Ragtime Oriole": youtu.be/VSNYf69PhnE☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
The Bergamot Rag (2024) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-06-10 | The Bergamot Rag Two-StepA classy new rag composition dedicated to Pjotr Kolster. It debuted live at the Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival in 2024. Enjoy! 🎶✨ My newest album, "How Suite It Is!" is out now! ✨💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/7a6a655613 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/b16da593ba🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/44vG7qaOOHq2Rx9fSF8PJI🟥 YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kLYGSnjlvqc&list=OLAK5uy_lGLJkOjnPkvApKf_jsYSQxobQbFu8NBBM🎶 Available on most other streaming platforms☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
How to Play Piano Duets With Yourself - Behind the Scenes Video! Christina Pepper 2025-06-06 | 🌟 How to Play Piano Duets With Yourself 🌟A Part 2, if you will, of my recent 10K subscriber milestone. This is a behind the scenes look at what exactly goes into the making of my piano duet videos where I play and record both parts. Are they overly elaborate and complicated? Probably, but I have a good time making them and they let me play music I might not otherwise get to (plus I'm a mega-introvert and don't like leaving the house 😛) Have more questions? Leave me a comment below! 🎹Watch the English Folk Song Suite: youtu.be/D7_MwTcyfTQAll of my piano duets: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFHDKKPaUovg94uIAUawkAAg0wEAEcIYC✨ My newest album, "How Suite It Is!" is out now! ✨💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/7a6a655613 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/b16da593ba🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/44vG7qaOOHq2Rx9fSF8PJI🟥 YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kLYGSnjlvqc&list=OLAK5uy_lGLJkOjnPkvApKf_jsYSQxobQbFu8NBBM🎶 Available on most other streaming platforms☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianoduet #piano #pianomusic
Stardrop Saloon Piano Cover 🎵 Stardew Valley Music #piano #videogamemusic #ragtime Christina Pepper 2025-06-03 | A piano cover of the music in the Stardrop Saloon, from the game Stardew Valley! Music originally by Eric Barone 🎵☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Knick Knocks Rag - Phil Schwartz (1915) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-05-31 | Knick Knocks Rag (One Step or Two Step) by Phil Schwartz, composed in 1915. A clever rag from a composer with a handful of published works, including the "Chow-Chow Rag" and "The Weird Rag." Schwartz was born in 1889 and lived in Chicago. He developed into an excellent pianist and seems to have made a career of it and was described as likeable and successful at whatever he did. He remained in Chicago but at some point moved to Los Angeles later in life and died in 1964. There's a 1928 recording on YouTube of him accompanying Ruth Etting singing "Say Yes Today."Thanks to @compukats for providing a brief bio! This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi. Enjoy! 🎵✨ My newest album, "How Suite It Is!" is out now! ✨💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/7a6a655613 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/b16da593ba🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/44vG7qaOOHq2Rx9fSF8PJI🟥 YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=kLYGSnjlvqc&list=OLAK5uy_lGLJkOjnPkvApKf_jsYSQxobQbFu8NBBM☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
English Folk Song Suite - Ralph Vaughan Williams (1923) Piano Duet *10,000 Subscriber Special!* Christina Pepper 2025-05-23 | The "English Folk Song Suite" by Ralph Vaughan Williams, composed in 1923. Arranged for piano duet by myself.0:00 1: March: Seventeen Come Sunday3:30 2: Intermezzo: My Bonny Boy7:00 3: March: Folk Songs from SomersetWell, it's been a long road, but the channel has finally arrived at *10,000 subscribers!* Thank you so much to everyone who has stuck around, and to those that are new as well. I know milestones aren't necessarily a big deal to anyone other than me, but I wanted to do something special anyway and this has been my largest arranging project to date (by far!) The sheet music is of course available for purchase in my Shop if you're interested in learning this with a friend: ko-fi.com/s/f35fd2e8ec This suite is one of Vaughan Williams' most famous pieces and consists of three movements: the march "Seventeen Come Sunday", an Intermezzo "My Bonny Boy," and the third is another march based on four "Folk Songs from Somerset". It was originally written for military band, was later arranged for orchestra, and this is (to my knowledge) the first piano duet arrangement.💿 My newest album is also out now, featuring this suite and much more. Order the CD from my Shop here: ko-fi.com/s/7a6a655613🟢 Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/44vG7qaOOHq2Rx9fSF8PJI🎵 The super polished and re-mastered single is also available for listening on Spotify now: open.spotify.com/album/0Zd9T3bj6KLy74FDJG3ydY☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianoduet #classicalpiano
Ragtime Left Hand Cam (Popularity Rag by George M. Cohan) #ragtime #ragtimepiano #piano Christina Pepper 2025-05-11 | Continuing my "Left Hand Camera" series with some of my ragtime favorites (in case you've ever wanted a closer look at what's happening on the stride side of things!) Here's George M. Cohan's "Popularity" March and Two-Step (though it is extremely ragtime-like) from 1906. Let me know if you all have any requests!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Williams Wedding Rag - Harry Austin Tierney (1911) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-05-03 | William's Wedding Rag, composed by Harry Austin Tierney in 1911. Tierney got his start writing piano rags but is most well-known for his contributions to Broadway (his greatest success being "Irene" from 1919.) It became the longest-running show at the time when it passed 620 performances, and includes his most famous song "Alice Blue Gown." No notion of who 'William' might be, but it sounds like he had a pretty good time on his big day 💐This video was commissioned by a supporter over on my Ko-fi page; enjoy!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, Main Theme - Piano Solo (Reign of the Septims) Christina Pepper 2025-04-24 | The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Main Theme (Reign of the Septims) for Piano SoloI used to record a lot more video game music (not so much lately) but I was inspired to do this theme with the very sudden release of the Remaster for Oblivion the other day. It was so nice to boot up the game and hear this soundtrack again that I quickly decided to make a video. Music originally by Jeremy Soule, arrangement by me. Enjoy ⚔📜 This sheet music is free to download by monthly subscribers: ko-fi.com/s/cb20b0d05a💿 My next album will be releasing next month on 5/23/2025! You can pre-order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/7a6a655613☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #elderscrolls #videogamemusic
The Belle of Chicago March - John Philip Sousa (1892) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-04-18 | The Belle of Chicago March by John Philip Sousa, composed in 1892.Today's video is a piano solo arrangement (by an unknown arranger) of a Sousa march that apparently received some criticism in it's time. One quote from a reporter at the time read: “Mr. Sousa evidently regards the Chicago belle as a powerful creature, with the swinging stride of a giant, a voice like a foghorn, and feet like sugar-cured hams.” (From Paul E. Bierley's 1984 "The Works of John Philip Sousa.") The piano solo version isn't much better with some robust LH octaves in the final strain, but is still quite a nice march if you ignore how 'un-dainty' it is 😄This piece was commissioned by John McDonnell who has a website dedicated to Sousa and other composers of the period: angelfire.com/ks/landzastanza/pianomusic.html#01 Enjoy! ☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #johnphilipsousa
Euphonic Sounds, A Syncopated Two-Step by Scott Joplin (1909) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-04-04 | Euphonic Sounds, A Syncopated Two-Step by Scott Joplin, composed in 1909Today's video is one of Joplin's lesser-played pieces, and a departure from any of his previous works, opting to sub-title it with "A Syncopated Two-Step", rather than calling it a rag. (It has plenty of syncopation but almost none of the typical left hand stride patterns of ragtime.) I have been meaning to learn this one for quite some time, and am so pleased to share it with you all today; enjoy! 🎶This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi 🎹☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #scottjoplin #ragtimepiano
Solfeggietto but its in C Major - C.P.E. Bach, Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-04-01 | Solfeggietto, but it's in C Major, by Carl Philipp Emanuel BachJust a little something silly on this day, the 1st of April, 2025. I've always liked using this piece as a warm-up and was playing around with it in C Major, so now I'm inflicting it upon you all. Enjoy! 🎹A link to the sheet music in case you want to play it for some reason 🤣 ko-fi.com/s/dc63eef006☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #bach #pianomusic
Ragtime Left Hand Cam (Scott Joplins Eugenia Rag) #ragtime #scottjoplin #ragtimepiano Christina Pepper 2025-03-25 | I'm starting a little "Left Hand Camera" series with some of my ragtime favorites, in case you've ever wanted a closer look at what's happening on the stride side of things! Here's Scott Joplin's lesser-played rag "Eugenia" from 1906. Let me know if you all have any requests!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Full Quarter Rag - Tony Stride (2021) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-03-21 | Full Quarter Rag by Tony Stride, written in 2021. I love getting to share contemporary ragtime compositions with you all and am happy to present one from 2021, by (the aptly named) Tony Stride. Tony has a YouTube Channel called the @PianoDojo with lessons, tutorials, and other educational tools for the budding pianist. "Full Quarter" is featured in some of the lessons on ragtime and syncopation (find the first tutorial in the series here: youtu.be/uLb9HO2vtis?si=bczNMJflZdvmAigo) and sheet music can be purchased on his website here: pianodojo.com/shop/ols/products/piano-dojo-originals-vol-1-complete-sheet-music-from-beginning-proficiency-series This is a really fun piece with a light swing, some meandering sixteenth notes, and an unexpected habanera section in the middle; I hope you all enjoy listening! 🎵Follow Tony on IG: instagram.com/tony_strideYouTube: youtube.com/@PianoDojo☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Ragtime Left Hand Cam (Pickles and Peppers Rag by Adaline Shepherd) #ragtime #ragtimepiano #piano Christina Pepper 2025-03-17 | I'm starting a little "Left Hand Camera" series with some of my ragtime favorites, in case you've ever wanted a closer look at what's happening on the stride side of things! Here's Adaline Shepherd's much-beloved "Pickles and Peppers Rag" from 1907. Let me know if you all have any requests!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Ragtime Left Hand Cam (Rialto Ripples Rag by George Gershwin) #ragtime #piano #ragtimemusic Christina Pepper 2025-03-14 | I'm starting a little "Left Hand Camera" series with some of my ragtime favorites, in case you've ever wanted a closer look at what's happening on the stride side of things! Here's some Gershwin and Donaldson, "Rialto Ripples Rag" from 1917. Let me know if you all have any requests!This is a very early Gershwin novelty piece composed when he was just 19 (and his only piano rag). The two composed it while both working at the Jerome Remick Publishing House and "Rialto" likely refers to Broadway and the nearby Rialto Theatre, which opened in 1916. ☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
The Brass Ring March - Bruce Klayman (1980) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-03-08 | The Brass Ring March by Bruce Klayman, composed in 1980.Another piece from Bruce Klayman today! 'Grabbing the brass ring' and other modern phrases were originally derived from the practice of obtaining a brass ring during a carousel ride. A dispenser would place them in grabbing distance of the outermost horses, and they could later be redeemed for prizes, or another free ride.Bruce is a multi-talented composer and pianist who is proficient in numerous styles and has a broad range of written works. I've recorded a few other pieces of his which you can find here:Admiration Rag: youtu.be/tP268dcIL6c A Ragtime Riot: youtu.be/JUXWF0VROAYThe Lamplighter March: youtu.be/Dtmb-ue81WoSoap Bubbles March: youtu.be/2srrX0OD4jkEnjoy! 🎼You can find more of Bruce's music and follow him on various socials here! ⏬YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCENDufrhhX9I9nR-0K0XL5wMuseScore: musescore.com/user/33626174Twitter: twitter.com/BruceKlaymanMain Website: bklayman.wixsite.com/bksongwriter☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #march
Red Raven Rag - Charley Straight (1915) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-03-01 | Red Raven Rag, composed by Charley Straight in 1915. Straight was a well-respected pianist, composer, and band-leader who got his start in Vaudeville. This rag, along with the "Mocking Bird Rag" and "Rufenreddy" (co-wrote with Roy Bargy) are some of his more well-known works. Read more on Bill Edward's excellent ragtime resource website here: http://ragpiano.com/comps/straight.shtml This video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi; enjoy! 🐦☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
The Bugavue Rag - George W. Fairman (1902) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-02-21 | The Bugavue Rag (March and Two-Step, A Genuine Rag Characteristique) by George W. Fairman, written in 1902. A fine rag from music publisher and composer George Fairman today, who wrote several rags, songs, and World War I music. What is a bugavue, you ask? I was unable to find an answer, so if anyone has any insights about it I'd love to know 😄 This piece was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi; enjoy! 🎵☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Blupus Rag - Damon Carmona (2024) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-02-07 | "Blupus", a ragtime piano solo by Damon Carmona.You've heard of "Mupus"... but how about, "Blupus"?! This one is hot off the presses, composed last year in 2024, and was very kindly dedicated to me. It has that signature Carmona style with a mischievous feel to the A and B strains and then shifting into a tender trio. Hope you enjoy listening! 💙More of Damon's music that I've recorded:Mupus, A Ragtime Two-Step: youtu.be/SG8b7hdzHTESassafras Rag: youtu.be/xf36-s0wZk0Open Da Night: youtu.be/BPEYYc3kFQkGargoyles Rag: youtu.be/9AcwksJDUBIMagnolia Rag: youtu.be/LoX7WO0GfZ4Le Cirque Waltz: youtu.be/EryVG1yYP20Learn more about the composer here: linkedin.com/in/d-carmona-691035168 ☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Ragtime Oriole - James Scott (1911) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-01-31 | Ragtime Oriole, composed by James Scott in 1911.Another ragtime selection from the James Scott anthology today, and the third rag of his I've learned (check out Broadway Rag: youtu.be/7A7BMupQgjk and Ophelia Rag: youtu.be/5ce4UMiqOxE). This is one of Scott's most enduring and popular rags, and incorporates the call of the oriole into the introduction and A strain of the piece. Read more about Scott and his music on Bill Edward's excellent ragtime resource website: perfessorbill.com/comps/jscott.shtmlThis video was commissioned by one of my supporters over on Ko-fi. Enjoy! 🎵☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Her Grace, The Duchess At the Kings Court by John Philip Sousa (1905) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-01-24 | "Her Grace, The Duchess" from the suite "At the King's Court" by John Philip Sousa. Composed in 1905 and arranged for piano solo by Charles Kunkel. I'm excited to finally share this piece; it's been quite the undertaking! Sousa composed this suite for band in 1905, consisting of three movements: "Her Ladyship, the Countess," "Her Grace, the Duchess," and "Her Majesty, the Queen." He then commissioned Charles Kunkel, a famous pianist, arranger, and music publisher, to arrange "At the King's Court" for piano. The arrangements are not one to one transcriptions and stand on their own as solos, with added embellishments and some artistic license taken to make them more pianistic ("Her Grace" is essentially a waltz with variations on the main theme.)This piece was commissioned by John McDonnell who has a website dedicated to Sousa and other composers of the period: angelfire.com/ks/landzastanza/pianomusic.html#01 Enjoy! 👑☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianomusic #pianosolo
A Walk Down Ragtime Lane - Tom Anderson (2016) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-01-17 | A Walk Down Ragtime Lane, by Tom Anderson, written in 2016.Another contemporary rag selection for you all today! Tom is an award-winning composer who has had several of his rags place in the Australian Songwriter’s Association Contest. This particular piece won 2nd place and has a lovely bittersweet quality to it. Tom's compositions are of an intermediate difficulty and perfect if you are new to ragtime or looking for some easier tunes to play around with. You can find more information about the composer here: tomandersonmusic.wordpress.com and purchase sheet music here: stores.imaginemusicpublishing.com/hello-its-ragtimeEnjoy! 🎵Another rag by Tom Anderson that I've recorded: youtu.be/2t6qc9IjKTk☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Lady With the Red Dress Rag - Robert OBrien (1900) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2025-01-10 | Lady With the Red Dress Ragtime March, composed by Robert O'Brien in 1900.A very early rag today from the composer of "Rag Pickers Rag". "Lady With the Red Dress" was probably O'Brien's first composition and written when he was fairly young; one review stated he was 17 at the time, though that number doesn't seem to line up with his apparent birth year. It's labeled as a 'Ragtime March, Two-Step, and Cakewalk (just to make sure all the bases were covered, I suppose 😅) but is a quality rag in it's own right. This piece was commissioned by one of my supporters on Ko-fi ☕ Enjoy!☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Circusdom March - Fred Jewell (1909) Three Pianos Six Hands Christina Pepper 2025-01-01 | Circusdom March, composed by Fred Jewell in 1909, arranged for three pianos (six hands) by myself!🎪 Purchase the score in my Shop here: ko-fi.com/s/919760664bHappy New Year, everyone! Last year's "Rolling Thunder" six hand video was such a success that I decided to do another for January 1st, 2025. Fred Jewell was a prolific composer of band and circus music as well as a music publisher and conductor. This is one of his circus pieces (obviously) and is a type of march known as a 'screamer' which is faster and more technical than your average march. This is my first ever six hand piano arrangement so I hope you all enjoy it, and the fancy editing 😄Watch last year's six hand 'screamer' video ("Rolling Thunder", arranged by Gary Davis) here: youtu.be/-bW78NWLa20☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianomusic #march #piano
Deck the Halls à la Mozart Sonata K545 🌟 #christmaspiano #deckthehalls #mozart Christina Pepper 2024-12-24 | "Deck the Halls" but it's in the style of Mozart's K545 Sonata in C Major (arranged by Tom Coates). Merry Christmas Eve 🌟My new album, "A Little More Pepper," is out now! 🌶️💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/bd9597667e 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/d89a67c98e🌟 There's an exclusive Bonus Track if you order directly from my shop!🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1WUxGfo8Otq0F305vm7LpR?si=3QSXZx5pT12lrsF3Nt-cFQ🟥YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=XMI2tOtMfCM&list=OLAK5uy_nipeYPtTkgmVpq43paGBN9PMRii80RUxQAnd most of the other streaming services as well 🎶☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
Skating - A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi ⛸️❄️ #christmasmusic #christmaspiano Christina Pepper 2024-12-21 | A snippet of "Skating" by Vince Guaraldi from "A Charlie Brown Christmas" ⛸️❄️⛸️My new album, "A Little More Pepper," is out now! 🌶️💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/bd9597667e 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/d89a67c98e🌟 There's an exclusive Bonus Track if you order directly from my shop!🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1WUxGfo8Otq0F305vm7LpR?si=3QSXZx5pT12lrsF3Nt-cFQ🟥YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=XMI2tOtMfCM&list=OLAK5uy_nipeYPtTkgmVpq43paGBN9PMRii80RUxQAnd most of the other streaming services as well 🎶☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil
The Nutcracker Suite: March - Piano Duet Tchaikovsky (Four Hands) Christina Pepper 2024-12-18 | The Nutcracker Suite Op. 71a Marche, composed by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Piano Duet arranged by E. Langer.I can't believe I'm just now getting around to recording the Nutcracker Suite *March*, of all things! This is the first of the Suite that I've recorded on the new piano too, and it sounds so nice that I may have to record the entire suite (a future album, perhaps?) Happy Holidays everyone, and Merry Christmas 🎄Other Nutcracker Suite Duets I've recorded:Russian Dance (Trepak): youtu.be/OcJuUxfT1QUDance of the Sugar Plum Fairy: youtu.be/jdBQPBeS-DQChinese Dance: youtu.be/ai3aXlfGoKs☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianoduet #nutcracker #tchaikovsky
Broadway Rag - James Scott (1922) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-12-07 | "Broadway Rag" (A Classic) composed by James Scott, published in 1922.This was Scott's last published rag by the Stark company (and possibly his last written too). It's one of his more popular rags and is quintessentially Stark's style and structure, though the Trio has some more 'contemporary' characteristics.You can read more about Scott's life on Bill Edwards fantastic ragtime resource website here: perfessorbill.com/pbmusic_comps1.shtml#jamesscottThis piece was commissioned by one of my Ko-fi Supporters ☕ Enjoy!I also recorded a Short of this played on a very out of tune public piano a little while ago; check that out here: youtube.com/shorts/eJSfG0et91c?feature=share☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Minuet in G - Bach/Petzold Arr. by Edward MacDowell - Classical Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-11-30 | Returning to some classical fundamentals today, but with a twist! The famous Minuet in G Major and Minuet in G minor have long been attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach, appearing in the 1725 "Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach" which was compiled by Bach and his wife. It wasn't until the 1970's that it was discovered that these were actually the works of German composer and organist Christian Petzold. In 1890 (and unbeknownst to him at the time) Edward MacDowell released the collection: "Six Little Pieces by J. S. Bach" which had an arrangement of the two Minuets consolidated into one piece and some additional embellishments. This video is my performance of said arrangement. (Sorry, quite a lot of explanation was necessary for this one! 😅)This piece was commissioned by John McDonnell who has a website dedicated to MacDowell and other classical/ragtime/jazz composers of the period. You can find that here: angelfire.com/ks/landzastanza/pianomusic.html#02☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#pianosolo #classicalpiano #minueting
Soap Bubbles March - Bruce Klayman (1981) Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-11-23 | Soap Bubbles March by Bruce Klayman, composed in 1981.Another piece from Bruce Klayman today! Bruce is a multi-talented composer and pianist who is proficient in numerous styles and has a broad range of written works. I've recorded a few other pieces of his which you can find here:Admiration Rag: youtu.be/tP268dcIL6c A Ragtime Riot: youtu.be/JUXWF0VROAYThe Lamplighter March: youtu.be/Dtmb-ue81WoEnjoy! 🎼You can find more of Bruce's music and follow him on various socials here! ⏬YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCENDufrhhX9I9nR-0K0XL5wMuseScore: musescore.com/user/33626174Twitter: twitter.com/BruceKlaymanMain Website: bklayman.wixsite.com/bksongwriter☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#piano #pianosolo #pianomusic
Lilly Pilly Rag - Tom Anderson (2013) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-11-16 | Lilly Pilly Rag, by Tom Anderson, written in 2013.Another contemporary rag selection for you all today! Tom is an award-winning composer who has had several of his rags place in the Australian Songwriter’s Association Contest. This particular piece (which is named after an Australian shrub) placed 3rd in 2017. Tom's compositions are simple and lovely, and of an intermediate difficulty (perfect if you are new to ragtime or looking for some easier tunes to play around with). You can find more information about the composer here: tomandersonmusic.wordpress.com and purchase sheet music here: stores.imaginemusicpublishing.com/hello-its-ragtimeEnjoy! 🎵Another Rag by Tom Anderson: youtu.be/u_dlBp2--uE☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
The Lost Rag - Herbert Ingraham (1909) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-11-08 | The Lost Rag by Herbert Ingraham, composed in 1909.Herbert Ingraham was another promising ragtime composer who died too soon, but left us with many high-quality rags, especially in 1909 the year before his death. "The Lost Rag" begins in a normal Ingraham fashion until we get to the Trio and things shift - the feel becomes more grandiose, the melody switches from normal syncopation to large rolled chords and there's a building momentum that happens in the LH. I'm not certain if the 'lost' part of the title refers to this sudden shift or something else, but even if it's not your cup of tea it's worth a listen for the novelty!You can read more about Ingraham on Bill Edwards excellent ragtime resource website:http://www.perfessorbill.com/ragtime4.shtml This video was commissioned by a supporter over on my Ko-fi page; enjoy! 🎶Other rags by this composer that I've recorded:Hot Tamale Man Rag: youtu.be/u-dnx8h0uT4St. Vitus Dance Rag: youtu.be/EvLKZFI_FGc☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Ragtime on extremely out of tune public piano #ragtime #ragtimepiano #publicpiano Christina Pepper 2024-10-29 | I found this piano at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY and it's at least a whole step flat (or was deliberately tuned down for extra old-timeyness!) The music is a bit of the "Broadway Rag" by James Scott. 🎵🎹My new album, "A Little More Pepper," is out now! 🌶️💿 Order the CD here: ko-fi.com/s/bd9597667e 🎵 Order the Digital Album: ko-fi.com/s/d89a67c98e🌟 There's an exclusive Bonus Track if you order directly from my shop!🟢Stream it on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1WUxGfo8Otq0F305vm7LpR?si=3QSXZx5pT12lrsF3Nt-cFQ🟥YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=XMI2tOtMfCM&list=OLAK5uy_nipeYPtTkgmVpq43paGBN9PMRii80RUxQAnd most of the other streaming services as well 🎶☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper . You can leave a tip, commission me for piano lessons or recordings, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🦉Twitter: twitter.com/PepperPiano#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
The Cauldron Rag - Axel Christensen (1909) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-10-26 | The Cauldron Rag, composed by Axel Christensen in 1909 😈This week's video (and the second of my October spooky syncopations!) is by none other than the 'Czar of Ragtime' himself. He's most well-known for the Christensen School of Popular Music which he founded to teach the fundamentals of syncopated music. Upwards of 500,000 students enrolled in the program before it began to taper off during the Great Depression. His magazine, the "Ragtime Review," had a successful 4-year run before being bought out and helped to promote his instructional guides and school. I've also played around with some different camera angles, transitions and such for this latest video, so let me know what you all think! Hope you enjoy listening! 🎼💀 In the mood for more spooky tunes? Check out this playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFHDKKPaUovjWsJLDnN8FO2BYBKniV9zk&si=sa4kv8HytDAEJNX7☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
Open Da Night - Damon Carmona (2023) Ragtime Piano Solo Christina Pepper 2024-10-12 | Another Damon Carmona original for you all this day, and this one comes with a story:"This sultry 2023 rag was inspired by Café Olimpico, an iconic coffee shop at the corner of Waverly and St. Viateur in Montreal's Mile End neighborhood. A sign over the door originally read "OPEN DAY & NIGHT", but at some point, the "Y" and "&" fell off and the establishment acquired the nickname "Open Da Night" by which it has been known ever since."A fitting tribute, and full of that signature Carmona ragtime style you've come to expect. Enjoy! 🎼More of Damon's music that I've recorded:Sassafras Rag: youtu.be/xf36-s0wZk0Mupus, A Ragtime Two-Step: youtu.be/SG8b7hdzHTEGargoyles Rag: youtu.be/9AcwksJDUBIMagnolia Rag: youtu.be/LoX7WO0GfZ4Le Cirque Waltz: youtu.be/EryVG1yYP20Information about the composer here: linkedin.com/in/d-carmona-691035168 ☕ If you enjoyed this video or have made use of my piano accompaniment tracks, consider supporting me over on my Ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/christinapepper You can leave a tip, commission me to record piano solos or accompaniment, buy digital music, CD's, and sheet music in my shop, or join my new monthly membership tiers! 💲 Drop a dollar or two into my Virtual Tip Jar on Venmo: @Christina-Austin-Piano📘 Follow me on Facebook here! facebook.com/ChristinaPepperPiano📸 Instagram: instagram.com/pepper_thyme🧵 Threads: threads.net/@pepper_thyme🟢 Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/0aTKRkYy44lWz6lZqUZQil#ragtime #ragtimepiano #pianosolo
