An expert marksman, he successfully saved the life of both himself and his son with a single shot. As punishment, he was forced to either shoot the apple, or subject both himself and his son to execution. According to legend, Tell, who was something of a renegade, refused to bow to the statue of a contentious ruler. Regardless of such questions, school children around the world can recite the story of William Tell, the man who shoots the apple off of the head of his son with his crossbow. If he did, was he really the legendary figure he has been lauded as being?
Some historians debate whether the man even existed. William Tell, although well-known in Switzerland as a national hero, is arguably a somewhat controversial figure. The man on whom the opera is based is a figure surrounded by mystery and lore. It was composed by Gioachino Rossini for his 39th and most famous opera, William Tell. Though everyone recognizes it, many are not aware of the history and the context from which the song originated. Modern recording artists still turn out renditions of the "William Tell Overture" today because of the public's instant connection to its familiarity. It's so famous that it's been covered by literally hundreds of artists since its composition in the early 1800s. But hum a few bars, and there are few people who don't recognize this classic tune. Mention the song title "William Tell Overture," and a lot of people might scratch their heads in confusion.
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