Going Solo: Tenor Horn: Tenor Horn & Piano Book

Wallace and Pearson have curated a genuinely mixed bag here, moving past the predictable etude-collection format. The arrangements respect the tenor horn's lyrical capabilities while the original material sits comfortably in the range and offers real musical payoff for first-time soloists.

A mix of warmth and lightness. The arrangements let your tone shine while the original pieces bring genuine character without requiring virtuosity. You'll feel the pleasure of making music sound intentional and shaped, not just accurate.

Tenor horn players making their solo debut, whether in a lesson recital or school concert setting. This collection works equally well for players who've been in ensemble for years but haven't yet tackled solo repertoire.

• Build your phrasing around the piano part rather than thinking of it as mere accompaniment; the writing is collaborative, and listening closely to the keyboard part will shape your interpretation naturally.
• Map out your dynamics before your first run-through with the pianist. Wallace's arrangements often rely on subtle dynamic shaping to create forward motion, especially in slower material.
• Record yourself early and often. Hearing your own sound in context reveals tempo choices and breath placement that reading alone won't catch.

Slot individual pieces into young instrumentalist recitals alongside solos from other Faber collections, or use selected movements as concert openers when you want to build program momentum from a more introspective place. The variety means you can choose a single arrangement for a student performer without needing a complete recital's worth of material.

• Shaping longer musical phrases with breath management
• Responding to and balancing with a piano accompanist
• Reading and interpreting varied stylistic contexts
• Managing performance nerves in a shorter, focused solo setting