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Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1287159 Composed by Donald Ashwander. Ragtime. Score. 7 pages. The Donald Ashwander Estate #878168. Published by The Donald Ashwander Estate (A0.1287159). The moment you delve into the world of this intricate ragtime composition, you embark on a musical journey like no other. Written in 1965, "Friday Night" proved that ragtime was alive and well, even if the ragtime era "officially" ended in the early 1920's. The composition's syncopated rhythms and thick harmonic textures immediately captivate your attention, drawing you into a whirlwind of musical complexity. It's a delightful puzzle for the ears, where every note and accent is meticulously placed, creating a rhythmic tapestry that's as intricate as it is engaging. What truly sets this ragtime work apart is its ability to seamlessly blend tradition with innovation. While firmly rooted in the ragtime genre's rich heritage, it fearlessly pushes the boundaries, introducing unexpected harmonies and surprising twists that keep you eagerly anticipating what's next. It's a testament to the composer's profound respect for the past and his daring vision for the future.The final page of the sheet music contains special program notes by Donald Ashwander. This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard’s global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds. About Digital Downloads Digital Downloads are downloadable sheet music files that can be viewed directly on your computer, tablet or mobile device. Once you download your digital sheet music, you can view and print it at home, school, or anywhere you want to make music, and you don’t have to be connected to the internet. Just purchase, download and play! PLEASE NOTE: Your Digital Download will have a watermark at the bottom of each page that will include your name, purchase date and number of copies purchased. You are only authorized to print the number of copies that you have purchased. You may not digitally distribute or print more copies than purchased for use (i.e., you may not print or digitally distribute individual copies to friends or students).