French composer, Henri Büsser entered the Paris Conservatoire in 1889. He won the 1893 Prix de Rome and led a highly successful career as a composer, conductor, teacher and organist. His compositions for a variety of instruments are exceptional, Song for Cornet and Piano being no exception.

As reflected in Song for Cornet and Piano, Büsser's compositional style was sophisticated, yet true to the 19th Century French tradition. Elements of Song for Cornet and Piano include chromaticism, exploitation of tonality, complex rhythms and significant tempo changes, among other aspects. For all advanced Cornet players, Büsser's Song for Cornet and Piano is essential for a varied repertoire.