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What was Rossini's middle name?
Antonio
What was the first instrument Rossini played?
The triangle!
What animal walked on stage during one of Rossini's performances?
A cat
How many birthdays did Rossini have in his lifetime?
18
What is the name of the most famous piece of music Rossini wrote?
The William Tell Overture
What was William Tell's son's name?
Walter
What object did the evil governor set up in the middle of town?
A hat on a pole.
What musical symbol was nicknamed the Rossini rocket?
Crescendo
What does crescendo mean?
What instrument did we use to perform the William Tell Overture?
Rhythm Sticks
What is Rossini's first name?
Gioachino
Who is the bad guy in the story of William Tell?
Gessler
What recipe is named after Rossini?
Canneloni Rossini
What went around with his foot off the ground?
A horse!
Why were Rossini's birthdays different than most people?
His birthday was on leap year.
Name 3 things that fly.
1..2..3..!
