The crossword solution for the term SCOTT JOPLIN TUNE is RAG, which is a three letter word. Ragtime is a musical genre that was popularized by African American composer Scott Joplin in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is characterized by syncopated rhythms and a steady bass line. Joplin's compositions, such as 'The Entertainer' and 'Maple Leaf RAG, ' are some of the most famous ragtime tunes.