Gioacchino Rossini

Enrico Zullino

This edition presents the full score of La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie), the lively and dramatic overture by Gioachino Rossini, arranged for woodwind quintet by Enrico Zullino. Suited for intermediate to advanced musicians, this transcription is ideal for ensemble performance, chamber concerts, and academic study. The quintet includes: Flute Oboe Bb Clarinet French Horn in F Bassoon With a duration of approximately 9 minutes, the arrangement preserves the distinctive flair of Rossini’s orchestration while adapting it seamlessly for the coloristic palette of wind instruments. It highlights the interplay between voices and maintains the dramatic pacing and thematic richness of the original. This publication is part of a complete series that includes all individual parts, available separately to support flexible rehearsal and programming needs. For broader accessibility, an informative preface in multiple languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and Polish) is included in the part books. A valuable addition to any chamber ensemble’s library, this score is perfect for wind quintets seeking a challenging yet rewarding interpretation of a classical opera favorite.

Complete Score from the Transcription by Enrico Zullino – For Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in Bb, Horn in F, and Bassoon

Rossini: La Gazza Ladra Overture – Full Score for Woodwind Quintet (Intermediate/Advanced Level)

Jules Massenet

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