The Entertainer (rag)
The Entertainer is a 1902 piano rag by Scott Joplin which was later used as the theme music for the 1973 motion picture, The Sting. The music was adapted for the film by Marvin Hamlisch. Ironically, Scott Joplin's ragtime music was no longer popular during the 1930s, which is the time period the film is set in.
The Entertainer has become synonymous with the parlour game snooker. The tune is often played to accompany montages of this exciting game on BBC television. Top snooker champion Steve Davis listens to "The Entertainer" before an important match to get himself into the desired state of mind.
Music file
The above link is the full performance of The Entertainer as a MIDI file. It can be downloaded and played on a desktop computer (use “Save Link As...” or “Download Link As...” in your browser). This rendition is played with a light, fast swing rhythm and embellished with a little stride piano.
External link
- The Entertainer at the Mutopia Project (musical transcription and MIDI file)
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