The addition of valves in the early 19th century allowed composers a greater flexibility in their compositions, and the horn became a full range solo instrument.
Many composers, valuing its large range and unique tone, incorporated it more prominently in their compositions.
Polekh's cadenza is very much in the style of the concerto, and its virtuosic demands far exceed the majority of the piece.
[citation needed] One of the major works in the horn repertoire, the concerto has been recorded a number of times.
The foremost example is probably Eric Ruske's 2005 recording performed with the IRIS Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Michael Stern.