Ever wonder why you never see an owl in the daytime? The answer makes for quite a story. This classic folk tale from Puerto Rico is one of misplaced feathers, a colorful coat, and a lesson about selfishness and sharing. Find out more in this episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring storytelling by John Birge, music by Gioachino Rossini, and illustrations by Mia Jennings.
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This episode of YourClassical Storytime includes sections from:
Gioachino Rossini: Overtures
William Tell Overture
The Thieving Magpie Overture
The Barber of Seville Overture
Cinderella Overture
Semiramide Overture
The Silken Ladder Overture
Il Signor Bruschino Overture
Zagreb Festival Orchestra, conducted by Michel Halasz
Courtesy of Naxos of America
Credits
Narrator: John Birge
Story: Adapted by Inés Guanchez
Producer: Steve Seel
Digital producer: Jeffrey Yelverton
Social media producer: Inés Guanchez
Senior digital producer: Randy Salas
Production manager: Valerie Kahler
Program director: Julie Amacher
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YourClassical Storytime is supported by Minnesota Neuropsychology.
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