Though he notes that African Americans as an ethnic group are not mentioned in the film, several of the musical styles used have their roots in musical styles developed by Black people. One of the earliest famous songs introduced by Ludwig in the film is a ragtime piece, a genre which Lehman notes was pioneered by African-American composer Scott Joplin.
Though he points out that African Americans as a group are not mentioned in the film, several of the musical styles employed have their origins in musical styles developed by Black people. One of the earliest well-known songs introduced by Ludwig in the film is a ragtime piece, which Lehman notes was pioneered by African-American composer Scott Joplin.