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Music cover, Postmans Holiday Ragtime
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Music cover, Postmans Holiday Ragtime
Music cover, Postmans Holiday Ragtime (Le facteur en ballade), composed by Ezra Read.
circa 1895
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Communication Composed Ezra Postal Postman Postmen Ragtime Read Sheet Ballade Delivery Facteur
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Postman's Holiday: A Ragtime Delight from the Late Victorian Era This charming music cover, titled "Postman's Holiday: Ragtime (Le facteur en ballade)" was composed by Ezra Read around 1895. The image on the cover depicts a jovial postman, dressed in his uniform complete with a bag slung over his shoulder and a cap adorned with a postal insignia, taking a break from his daily deliveries to enjoy a dance. The playful ragtime melody, a popular musical genre of the late 19th century, is reflected in the lively posture and expression of the postman. The cover art beautifully captures the spirit of communication and connection during the late Victorian era. With the advent of the postal service, letters and parcels could be sent across great distances, bringing people closer together. The postman became a symbol of this connection, delivering news, love letters, and other important messages to homes and businesses. The postman's holiday depicted on the cover is a reminder that even the hardest workers deserve a break. The image of the postman dancing, perhaps with a loved one or a friend, adds a touch of joy and lightheartedness to the otherwise mundane task of letter delivery. The use of ragtime music, known for its syncopated rhythms and lively energy, further emphasizes the carefree and celebratory nature of the scene. This sheet music cover, with its delightful image and catchy ragtime melody, offers a glimpse into the past and the unique cultural moments of the late Victorian era. The postman's holiday remains a reminder of the importance of connection, communication, and the simple pleasures of life.
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