Rossini’s Thieving Magpie
takes flight
for Flute and Piano!
Overture from the Thieving Magpie
Sheet Music for Flute and Piano
Complete Edition
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how this piece sounds.
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A True Masterpiece
It’s as if a wish has been heard and granted from the musical heavens!
Imagine if the prolific composer Rossini had graced us with more of his ingenious compositions tailored specifically for the flute.
The very thought ignites the imagination with the possibilities of melodies and harmonies that could have flowed from his creative genius, enhancing the flute’s repertoire in delightful ways.
But lo, your yearning for more Rossini-inspired flute music has been fulfilled!
Behold the “Overture from the Thieving Magpie,” a gem that shines brightly in the world of classical music.
With this sheet music arranged for both flute and piano, you’re handed a precious key to unlock this enchanting treasure.
As your fingers grace the flute’s keys and your pianist’s hands dance across the piano, you weave a harmonious tapestry that brings Rossini’s brilliance to life.
The “Overture from the Thieving Magpie” comes alive with every note, evoking a sense of adventure and intrigue that mirrors its playful title.
In this complete edition of sheet music, the flute takes on a prominent role, its silvery tones soaring through the air while the piano’s chords provide a rich backdrop. With every measure, you breathe life into Rossini’s world, embracing the charm, drama, and energy that characterize his compositions.
Embrace this opportunity to be both an artist and an explorer, as you masterfully navigate the pages.
So, with the “Overture from the Thieving Magpie” in your hands, embark on a journey that transcends time and space.
Let your flute and piano duo resonate with the spirit of Rossini, allowing his musical magic to grace your every note and sweep you and your listeners into a realm of musical enchantment.
The flute has about 80% of the melody; the piano provides rhythm and harmonic accompaniment all the way through, with the melody given to it about 20% of the time.
74 Pages
There are a total of 74 pages in this edition – the flute part is 10 pages, the piano part is 28 pages, the score is 36 pages.
This complete version contains all 484 bars of the original composition, in the same key.
The playing time is a little over 11 minutes.
What you get:
1. Three separate parts of the complete edition as a PDF download – one part each for the flute and piano, and a third containing the score (both instruments on the page. This can be useful if either the flutist or the pianist needs to see what the other is doing);
2. A recording of the whole piece so you can hear how it should sound;
3. A backing track with just the piano, at full tempo, so you can practise at home;
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the piano backing.
4. A backing track at 80% tempo, so you can practise the more difficult passages at a slower speed;
5. A backing track at 70% tempo, so you can practise the really difficult passages at a slower speed.
Too much to pay, even for a masterpiece?
The Intermediate Edition has piano accompaniment
up to bar 267, at a much lower price.
Don’t want to pay anything?
The Basic Edition contains the main theme
for the flute only, up to bar 64, free.
