English horn
Example Sentences
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Pedro R. Díaz played the haunting English horn solos—in costume in the tunnel—embodying the lifelong mourning that torments Tristan.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 11, 2026
Kudos to them all, particularly to the eloquent English horn of Stefan Farkas, whose solo passages added so much to the atmosphere of longing and heartbreak.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 17, 2022
Copland’s wistful, slightly restless “Quiet City” was perfect for this time in New York City, and the performance featured alluring solo playing from Christopher Martin on trumpet and Ryan Roberts on English horn.
From New York Times ● Sep. 19, 2021
His first instrument was the violin, and he also learned the tuba, English horn and percussion instruments before taking up the bass at Jules E. Mastbaum High School, which has produced many outstanding musicians.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 21, 2020
The English horn comes in so effectively there," she rose and indicated the passage, "just right with the voice.
From Youth and the Bright Medusa by Cather, Willa Sibert
