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SIX PIECES FOR HORN SOLO
for unaccompanied solo
Duration:
11'30" minutes
Instrumentation:
French horn solo
Year Composed:
1995
Written For:
Jacqueline O’Dell
Premiere Performance:
Jerusalem, Israel
Jacqueline O’Dell, French horn
Movements:
1. molto sostenuto
2. quarter=60
3. rubato
4. presto
5. rubato
6. with arrogance
MUSIC FOR UNACCOMPANIED HORN
Program Notes:
In Six Pieces for Solo Horn, each of the six pieces represents a character, a real person who I knew. I found that the horn, with its register and timbre contrasts, could best represent the psychological qualities of the six characters, and to tell us their unwritten story. Some characters are peaceful, some agitated, and one character even fights with itself. I leave it to the listener to decide who is who.
The solo horn repertoire offers a rich tapestry of musical exploration, allowing hornists to delve into expressive nuances and technical challenges. Whether it’s the classic works or contemporary compositions, each piece contributes to the vibrant legacy of solo horn music.