_______ was recognized as a musical pioneer who challenged convention and went against the grain.
A. Igor Stravinsky
B. Duke Ellington
C. Charles Ives
D. Scott Joplin
-the correct answer is Ives
The correct answer is letter D. Igor Stravinsky. Stravinsky was a Russian composer, pianist and conductor. He was recognized as a musical pioneer who challenged convention and went against the grain.