Ben Harney
- Born March 1, 1871American composer and ragtime pianist
- Died March 2, 1938American composer and pianist
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Ben Harney was an American composer and ragtime pianist born on March 1, 1871. He was active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period when ragtime music was gaining popularity in the United States. Harney is recognized for his contributions to the ragtime genre, which is characterized by its syncopated rhythms and lively melodies.
He passed away on March 2, 1938. Harney's work as a composer and pianist helped to shape the early development of American popular music, particularly in the ragtime style.