At an early age Marty displayed a propensity to syncopate, much to the chagrin and annoyance of his first piano teacher - his grandmother. A native of Hamburg, Iowa, where he still lives, Mr. Mincer was raised in an area rich with folk and ragtime influence.

Marty Mincer

Combining styles of classic ragtime, early country, bluegrass and folk music, along with more than a bit of down-home humor, his style has an old-time charm not often found among artists that are "high-tech" or virtuoso. This is not to diminish his capabilities by any means, since Marty's technical skills are very evident to the listener from the start.

Marty is the owner of Mincer Orchard, which is known for high-quality Iowa apples and apple cider, and the occasional cherry, which sometimes puts him out on a limb. He is also an O.T.R. Truck Driver (although O.T.R. does not stand for On To RAGTIME!). He is equally at home sitting in front of a computer, a piano, or the steering wheel of a tractor or big rig. These vocations have helped to keep Mr. Mincer well grounded in many respects, and the experiences are often related in his straightforward humor.

Ragtime is his true musical passion. Marty has played throughout the country for civic groups, riverboat and ocean cruises, festivals, dinner theaters, etc. and has won or placed in a number of competitions. Most notable of these is the annual World Championship of Old-Time Piano Playing held in Illinois. In 1990 and 1993, Marty took home the gold medal, and has a collection of silver and bronze medals from other years. He has also appeared frequently in Sedalia at the annual Scott Joplin Festival, including several venues and a concerts each year since the 2004 event. One of the highlights of the Old-Time Competition weekend and more recently in Sedalia is when Marty sits at one piano opposite his sparring partner "Perfessor" Bill Edwards, and they "du-et" as long as they can, much to the delight of the gathered throngs. Marty and Bill have made concert appearances elsewhere throughout the US, and have produced a recorded collection of their renowned two-piano duets.

Marty with "Perfessor" Bill, Stark Pavillion, 2004 Scott Joplin Festival, Sedalia, MO.

Marty Mincer is available for concerts, school shows, public gatherings and private functions. The mixture of dazzling piano performances and humor will keep any audience engaged for an unforgettable evening of fun. If requested, he can also be joined by "Perfessor" Bill Edwards or tuba player Luke Miller to enhance the performance. You can learn more by sending a message to Marty at , or you may use the form below.

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