Customer Reviews

Rod Miller Ragtime

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All visitors at Disneyland arrive through Main Street USA and walk up to the hub of the park. Near the end of Main Street is a cafe that has been there there for almost 50 years, known as "Coke Corner". And sitting at a piano playing fast up-tempo ragtime is Rod Miller. He has been sitting there since 1969, pleasing millions of guests with his unique style. He is one of the finest rag time piano players the world has seen, and his CD's are popular. Great way to remember your time at Disneyland. He has been training a protege by the way, look for the CD called "Doubletime", where he plays along with his future replacement. This is upbeat, happy music. You can't go wrong with this CD, and I challenge you to keep a broad smile off your face when you hear him play.

Update November 2, 2009: I understand that Rod has retired and is no longer at Coke Corner. The guests will miss him mightily.

I've visited Disneyland on so many occasions, but I know that Wednesday through Sunday, from 4pm-Midnight, I'm going to see Rod at the Corner Cafe on Main Street. I first saw him when I was with my friends and they told me about him. Sure enough as I saw him play I couldn't believe my eyes. His hands are so fast, so precise as if it was as 2nd nature to him as breathing or walking.

His CD, although is awesome (well worth the 5 star rating) is just a taste of what he has in his repartoire. He knows well over 600 songs and the thing about him is, he can't read music. He taught himself everything by ear because in the end, "I know what sounds right." - Rod Miller

Anyone who gets this album is in for a treat. Buy it now

Watch out Liberace! You've got nothing on Rod! His style is so unique. I can sit and listen to him for hours, I go to see Rod play piano at Disneyland every month or so. This cd is a must have for any pianist who dares to break free from the boundries of monotonous classical sleepers. He is the best ragtime pianist of our time, hands down.

Krystal Rearick(Rod's #1 Fan)

After watching and listening to Rod at Disneyland it was a pleasure to get my hands on this CD. My favorite tune is Maple Leaf Rag.

The notes are clear and crisp in classic Rod Miller style. Just when you think Rod's fingers can't move any faster, he steps it up a notch. This is a "must have CD" if you like ragtime piano.