This eBook provides the
Bb Bass Clarinet part of
La gazza ladra (
The Thieving Magpie), the dynamic overture by Gioachino Rossini, as transcribed for woodwind quintet by Enrico Zullino. This edition is intended as an
alternative to the original bassoon part, expanding instrumentation options for
intermediate to advanced players.
The complete arrangement includes:
- Flute
- Oboe
- Bb Clarinet
- French Horn in F
- Bass Clarinet (substitute for Bassoon)
With a performance duration of approximately
9 minutes, the transcription stays faithful to Rossini’s original spirit while adapting it for the unique timbral qualities of the bass clarinet. This version allows for flexibility in ensemble makeup while preserving harmonic depth and rhythmic clarity.
The edition includes an
informational sheet in seven languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and Polish), offering cultural context and interpretative suggestions to enhance study and performance.
This publication is part of a comprehensive series that also includes all individual parts and the
full score, available separately. Ideal for school programs, community ensembles, and chamber groups looking to substitute bassoon with bass clarinet.