Richard Rijnvos

**Richard Rijnvos** (born December 16, 1964, in Tilburg, Netherlands) is a Dutch composer known for his bold, experimental approach to music. He studied composition under Jan van Vlijmen and Brian Ferneyhough, later collaborating with influential figures like Morton Feldman and John Cage. His work often draws inspiration from non-musical sources—chessboards, magic squares, and visual art—as seen in pieces like *Block Beuys*, a cycle inspired by Joseph Beuys’s installations, and *NYConcerto*, a three-part work for piano and chamber orchestra. Commissions from major ensembles like the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and performances at festivals like November Music highlight his role as a leading figure in contemporary composition. Recent releases such as *Riflessi* and *Uptown|Downtown* showcase his knack for blending conceptual rigor with vivid sonic landscapes.

With a style that’s both cerebral and visually evocative, Rijnvos crafts music that challenges traditional boundaries. Whether translating chess moves into rhythms (*Manhattan Square Dances*) or reflecting on urban environments (*Uptown|Downtown*), his work remains anchored in a fascination with structure and abstraction.

Genres

Experimental

Avant-garde

Contemporary Classical

Minimalism

Post-minimalism

Electronic Music

Spectral Music

Latest Release

Rijnvos: Riflesso sull'incontro

Richard Rijnvos•

Ensemble Musikfabrik•

Enno Poppe

Single - Released July 22, 2022