Description
The horn is undoubtedly one of the most "romantic" instruments, playing a significant role in Weber's body of work. The operas Der Freischütz and Oberon are inseparable from their iconic horn calls, which evoke themes of longing and the call of the hunt. Beyond assigning the horn vital solo passages in his operas, Weber composed a challenging concert piece that remains one of the most demanding works in the horn repertoire, particularly due to the requirement for the soloist to perform three-part chords in the cadenza. This Henle Urtext edition is meticulously derived from the autograph, the engraver's copy verified by Weber, and the first edition, ensuring an optimal musical text for those aspiring to master this impressive virtuoso work. Additionally, the Preface introduces biographical information about Sebastian Rauch, the Munich horn player who commissioned this Concertino.
