Composer Ralph Symann grew up in a musically "multicultural" environment and was exposed to a broad spectrum of different musical languages ​​at an early age. Classical and rock music made a lasting impression on him. Ultimately, however, it was classical music, or more precisely the genre of "popular classical," that would determine his artistic path. The structures of this music, particularly major-minor tonality, were not merely arbitrary decisions for Ralph Symann—he found his musical and artistic home there. Through intensive and systematic work, which he continued self-taught after graduating from high school, he acquired a knowledge of music theory. Equally important, however, was the analysis of his role models.

And his own compositions? Here, the first priority is to utilize the diversity of different styles, play with form and architecture, and vary compositional technique. And yet, in keeping with the profile described above, the principles of classical form theory and functional harmony are never compromised. Thus, the music has a reliable foundation and the joy of experimentation is limited. The end result of each composition should be a self-contained, "self-evident" work of art that delights both the audience and the expert.

Ralph Symann has released two CDs to date. His most recent album, "Marksteine," is dedicated to instrumental music and features a range of diverse orchestral works, from concertos to symphonic pieces, some for chamber ensembles and others with larger wind instruments. The music is performed by the "Camerata Würzburg" chamber orchestra under the direction of Matthias Beckert, a professor at the Würzburg University of Music.