Piano Roll Discoveries

Piano Roll Discoveries

A fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century music technology, Piano Roll Discoveries brings together rare and historic performances captured via player piano rolls, featuring legendary figures such as George Gershwin, Fats Waller, and Zez Confrey.

These recordings preserve the unique playing styles of some of the era’s most influential composers and pianists, offering an authentic window into how this music was originally performed. Highlights include Gershwin’s own rendition of Rhapsody in Blue, alongside ragtime, novelty piano, and early jazz interpretations that showcase the expressive capabilities of the player piano.

Blending historical significance with musical charm, Piano Roll Discoveries is an essential listen for collectors of early recordings, ragtime, and jazz history—capturing a bygone era where technology and performance met in a truly distinctive way.

Tracklist:

Rhapsody in Blue: Part 1
Rhapsody in Blue: Part 2
Whose Baby Are You?
The Sheik of Araby
Stumbling
I’ll Be With You in Apple Blossom Time
Squeeze Me
Nola (Novelette)
I Ain’t Givin’ Nothin’ Away
Mighty Lak’ a Rose
Smiles