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Abstract
One of the challenging aspects for novice horn players is finding solo performance literature that addresses their skill level. Unfortunately, much of the solo literature is for more experienced students. Even the most straightforward piece in a compilation of easy solos can be tricky for a novice student. As a result of a lack of accessible solos, many students can be unprepared for the rigors of the solo repertoire of the horn.
Four solos from the chamber repertoire of Edvard Grieg, Cesar Cui, Englebert Humperdinck, and Amy Beach have been arranged to address these issues. These solos are selected to provide a progressive method towards comfortably playing music in the standard solo repertoire. Each solo includes commentary regarding its arrangement and primary goals and difficulties for the student.
Four solos from the chamber repertoire of Edvard Grieg, Cesar Cui, Englebert Humperdinck, and Amy Beach have been arranged to address these issues. These solos are selected to provide a progressive method towards comfortably playing music in the standard solo repertoire. Each solo includes commentary regarding its arrangement and primary goals and difficulties for the student.