VERO BEACH — A special afternoon is planned for the Emerson Center. After two years showcased on the stage, “Ragtime Bob” Milne is back by popular demand for a 3 p.m. performance on Sunday, Feb. 2.
Considered by many to be the best Ragtime/Boogie-Woogie pianist in the world, Bob Milne specializes in the music style that developed in America in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Beyond performing this unique musical style, Milne builds a program with special perspectives about the tunes he plays as well as the artists and performers who made them memorable.
Although Milne comes from a classical background, having excelled as a French horn virtuoso at the Eastman School of Music, he is completely self-taught as a pianist, playing totally by ear. He became fascinated by Ragtime music and naturally progressed to the concert stage, becoming acknowledged by many as one of the best pianists of our time.
Bob Milne brings endless enthusiasm, enchanting ease of playing, and an engaging manner while telling stories about Ragtime and Boogie Woogie music with warmth and humor.
He was filmed and documented for future generations in 2004 during three days of interviews at the Library of Congress, and was declared a “National Treasure” at the conclusion.
Learn more about this diverse and capable musician from his website at http://BobMilne.com.
Advance tickets of $20 may purchased online or by calling the Box Office at 772-778-5249. Tickets at the door are an additional $5.