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

This eBook contains the Bassoon part from Gioachino Rossini’s spirited overture La gazza ladra ( The Thieving Magpie ), expertly arranged for woodwind quintet by Enrico Zullino. Suited for intermediate to advanced level performers, this transcription includes the following instrumentation: Flute Oboe Bb Clarinet Horn in F Bassoon With a concert key of F and a performance time of approximately 9 minutes , the arrangement captures the overture’s operatic grandeur and rhythmic brilliance. The bassoon plays a foundational role, anchoring harmonic movement and contributing to key melodic and rhythmic passages throughout the piece. Included is a comprehensive introductory page in seven languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and Polish), providing historical notes and interpretative context for both performers and ensemble coaches. This part is part of a full series that includes the complete score and all individual parts, available separately for use in ensemble rehearsals or academic settings. A valuable resource for chamber groups, conservatories, and performers eager to explore Rossini’s theatrical flair within the intimate setting of a woodwind quintet.