Repertoire
The alto horn is very rarely included in the symphony orchestra, where its place is taken by the orchestral horn.
It is instead found in brass bands, concert bands, and is a fixture of British brass bands (under the name tenor horn), in all of which it often plays a role similar to that of the orchestral horn in the symphony orchestra. Solos for the tenor horn are very occasional, and are usually taken by the solo horns.
Paul Hindemith wrote a Sonata for Alto Horn and Piano.
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