Ryterband's artistic manifesto, formulated after World War II, expressed his belief in music as a universal language to foster understanding, harmony, and mutual respect among people.
Recording & Production
This album was co-financed by a 'Freedom of Research' grant from the Ministry of Education and Science, implemented by the University of Silesia in Katowice.
Composition History
Alexander Glazunov, a prominent Russian composer, encouraged Roman Ryterband to pursue a musical career after reviewing his early compositions.
Composer Biography
During World War II, Roman Ryterband took refuge in Switzerland, working in labor camps before pursuing doctoral studies in musicology at the University of Bern.
Composer Biography
Roman Ryterband, a Polish composer, was a polyglot fluent in six languages and began composing his first musical sketches at the age of twelve.
Composer Biography
Roman Ryterband became an American citizen and received the 'Outstanding New Citizen of the Year Award' after moving to the United States.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Ethnomusicology and folk music research remained a lifelong passion for Roman Ryterband, influencing many of his compositions.
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