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Debuting at the 12th edition of the Zecchino d'Oro , this catchy tune tells the story of three unlikely heroes: Armed with his trusty guitar. Il Corto (The Short One): The master of the banjo.

The Legend of the West: "Il lungo, il corto e il pacioccone"

If you grew up in Italy or have a soft spot for timeless children’s music, the name likely rings a bell. But among their vast repertoire, one song stands out as a true "evergreen" of the Zecchino d’Oro festival: the 1970 hit, "Il lungo, il corto e il pacioccone" . A Wild West Adventure (Without the Guns!)

Decades later, the song remains a staple on Spotify and YouTube , often accompanied by modern animated music videos. It’s a reminder of a simpler era of children's entertainment—one where a banjo and a guitar were more than enough to save the day. Are you looking to find the sheet music for this song, or

The song’s infectious rhythm was crafted by legends of Italian music: written by and composed by Gorni Kramer . Originally performed by young soloists Gianluca Calderari, Massimo Colucci, and Leonardo Barsotti , it quickly became a fan favorite.

Even though it didn't win its year (that honor went to "La nave Gelsomina Dirindirindina" ), it has arguably become the more enduring cultural icon. It even received high praise from the famous author during a performance at the Bologna Fair. Why We Still Love It

While they live in a world of sheriffs and saloons, these "bravi cowboys" are famous for one thing: . Instead, they fight crime with music. When bandits arrive to rob the local bank, the trio’s "concertino" (little concert) is so powerful that it sends the outlaws running. The Secret Behind the Song