“My students love learning about Rossini and his great music! Thank you for this great resource!” – Susan Clark

Need captivating classical music activities or ready-to-go music sub plans? These printable listening sheets offer a fun and creative way for students to explore the life and sparkling compositions of Gioachino Rossini! Just print and play – it’s that easy!

Why Gioachino Rossini?

Gioachino Rossini was a master of Italian opera, known for his brilliant melodies, lively rhythms, and comedic genius. His music is full of energy, wit, and sheer joy, making it a wonderful introduction to classical music for young listeners. This pack makes exploring Rossini’s contributions engaging and accessible.

What’s Inside the Gioachino Rossini Activity Pack?

This resource is packed with everything you need to create a memorable and entertaining learning experience:

• Five Star Rating Guide: A simple and effective way for students to evaluate the music.
• Composer Fact Sheet: Introduce Rossini with key biographical information and a spotlight on one of his most famous works.
• Word Composer Activity: A classic word puzzle to reinforce vocabulary and spelling.
• Birthplace Fact Sheet: Combine music with geography! Students research Rossini’s birthplace and learn about its culture and traditions.
• Birthday Coloring Page: Celebrate Rossini’s birthday with a fun coloring activity.
• Composer Study Page: A template for students to compile a short biography of Rossini.
• Composer Vocabulary: Expand musical vocabulary with key terms related to Rossini and his music.
• Multiple Writing/Drawing Pages: Provide space for creative expression inspired by Rossini’s music.
• Varied Listening Activity Sheets: Cater to different learning styles with a variety of listening sheet options. Students can draw scenes inspired by the music, identify the mood, and recognize instruments.
• Weather, Emotions, and Emoji Color & Listen Sheets: Unique and engaging ways for students to connect with the emotional landscape of Rossini’s music.

Printable Listening Sheets (Four Pages Per Piece!):

This pack includes listening activities for ten of Rossini’s most beloved works:

• William Tell Overture
• The Barber of Seville
• La Cenerentola (Cinderella)
• L’Italiana in Algeri
• La Danza
• Semiramide
• Tancredi
• Le Comte Ory
• Armida
• La Donna Del Lago

Perfect for:

• Music Sub Plans
• Classroom Music Activities
• Homeschool Music Curriculum
• Engaging Students with Classical Music
• Exploring Composer Biographies

Is the Music Included?

All of our activities are printable downloads and do not include any music samples, but we only feature selections that are readily available on YouTube and your favorite streaming services! No musical training is required making these great for everyday fun, sub plans, and even send-home packets!