Background
Johann was born on 26th of July, 1806 in Frankfort, Germany.
Johann was born on 26th of July, 1806 in Frankfort, Germany.
Pupil of Romberg and Willmann.
Besides compositions and 'transcriptions' for his own particular instrument, he wrote original pieces for the flute and piano and made quartet arrangements of various operas, etc. Fétis ('Biographie') gives a list of his compositions, including five concertos for the violoncello; a symphonic concertante for two flutes and orchestra; airs with variations, op. 9 (Bonn); and easy pieces for the guitar.