Rossini\u2019s \u201cGuillaume Tell\u201d is quite a unique case. Premiering on August 3, 1829, the opera is considered by many to contain some of Rossini\u2019s greatest dramatic genius. And yet the opera has never quite held a proper place in the operatic canon the way that his \u201cIl Barbiere di Siviglia\u201d or even \u201cLa Cenerentola\u201d have.<\/p>\n
And yet, in some ways, it is his most widely known work, thanks to the famous overture that has made its way into pop culture. But how popular is the opera\u2019s overture? Here\u2019s a look at how it has made its way into pop culture.<\/p>\n
The Lone Ranger<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Without a doubt, this is the most famous association that the opera has with any piece of popular entertainment, the fourth section (also known as the March of the Swiss Soldiers) of the overture featuring prominently as the theme song for the famed character.<\/p>\n Here is the original arrangement followed by Hans Zimmer\u2019s remake for the new Disney movie:<\/p>\n