Overture from The Thieving Magpie - arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle

Grade 4
Overture from The Thieving Magpie
(La gazza ladra)
Gioachino Rossini
Arranged by Carrie Lane Gruselle
The Thieving Magpie is one of Rossini’s most memorable and exciting opera overtures. After an aggressive and militaristic introduction comes the drama and intrigue surrounding a story centered on the theft of a silver spoon! Students will explore a full range of expression and bow strokes in this expertly orchestrated arrangement.