What instrument did Strauss's Concerto No. 2 feature?
Violin
Oboe
Horn
Piano
Answer
The Concerto No. 2 in E-flat major, Op. 114, is a composition for horn and orchestra by Richard Strauss. Written in 1942, it is considered one of the most significant and technically demanding pieces for the horn. The concerto is in three movements and features a prominent horn solo throughout, showcasing the instrument's range and virtuosity. Strauss dedicated the piece to the horn player Willibald Molique.
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