Selections from Rolling Stone Magazine's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time: Instrumental Solos, Volume 2: Horn in F Book & CD

These arrangements capture the essence of some of rock and pop's most enduring melodies without losing the groove that made them hits. From the lush harmony of "How Deep Is Your Love" to the swagger of "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," horn gets its moment in the spotlight on songs originally dominated by other instruments.

Horn players progressing through Level 2-3 who need repertoire that feels contemporary and rewarding. Whether your students are preparing for solo competitions, filling a band concert, or simply looking for music that speaks to them, this collection meets them where they are musically and emotionally.

• Use the demo track first to internalize the melody and phrasing before moving to the play-along. Hearing how the song sits within the full arrangement makes the horn part click into place faster.
• Pay attention to dynamics on ballads like "You Send Me" and "A Whiter Shade of Pale." Horn tone matters most when you're not racing through fast passages.
• Lock in with the rhythm section on the uptempo tracks. The play-along will expose any rhythmic softness, especially on syncopated hits in songs like "In the Midnight Hour."

Mix and match these titles across rehearsal or performance contexts. A single song works as a short solo feature at a casual concert or assembly. Pair compatible titles (like "Dancing Queen" and "Hotel California") for a thematic set, or build a full pop nostalgia program by combining parts from multiple instruments in the series.

• Reading and executing dynamics across different musical styles
• Playing with rhythmic precision over recorded accompaniments
• Interpreting stylistically appropriate phrasing for non-classical genres
• Balancing solo melodic responsibility with accompaniment textures
• Building endurance across 12 varied song arrangements