James Reese Europe (1880-1919) was one of the most important African-American musicians and figures of the ragtime era. This edition includes the complete published works in their original forms, original cover artwork, and detailed articles on Europe's life and music. Hear Castle House Rag here Hear Castle's Lame Duck Waltz here Hear Fiora Waltz here Hear I've Got the Finest Man here Click the CLOSER LOOK icon to listen to more audio excerpts (Used by permission of New World Records).