Peter Maxwell Davies: The hornwriting is extremely virtuoso throughout – not least in exploring the full range of the horn, from the deepest notes in the bass, normally exclusive to an orchestral fourth horn player, to the highest, most exposed sostenuto of afirst horn soloist, presenting here challenges of embouchure and sheer stamina I should think fairly unprecedented.
Solo part and piano reduction on sale (CH61758), Conductor's score and orchestral parts available for hire.