Wilhelm Friedrich Ernst was the son of Johann Christoph Friedrich and the grandson of Johann Sebastian. W. F. E. was the only grandson of J.S. to atain musical import. He was influenced by his father and two uncles (C.P.E. and Johann Christian). Though his musical compositions were quite trite Wilhelm did play the piano well and contribute to the musical education of Prussian royalty. Genres of his music include vocal concertos and lieder, and sinfonias and sonatas for orchestra. ~ Keith Johnson, All Music Guide