Ferdinand Ries, the composer, was a pupil of Ludwig van Beethoven in Vienna, receiving piano lessons and serving as his secretary.
Critical Reception
Even Robert Schumann, known for being hypercritical, praised Ferdinand Ries's symphonies, calling them 'some of the best works of this genre,' though he considered them inferior to those of Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven.
Composition History
Ferdinand Ries's first publication, two piano sonatas, appeared in 1806 and was dedicated to Beethoven.
Composer Biography
Ferdinand Ries was a prolific composer, writing two operas, two oratorios, seven symphonies, a violin concerto, eight piano concertos, and numerous chamber and solo piano works.
Composer Biography
Ferdinand Ries received cello lessons from the famous Bernhard Romberg, which enabled him to compose effectively for the instrument.
Performer Biography
Arturo Bonucci, the cellist on this recording, plays a Miremont cello that he inherited from his teacher, Fournier.
Composer Biography
Ferdinand Ries's father, Franz Anton, was also a musician who had previously given violin lessons to Beethoven.
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