The Pastorale began with shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. They are used at Christmas time and during the year. Domenico Zipoli (1688–1726) was an Italian composer from the Baroque period who worked in Peru as a missionary.

This gentle cantabile was composed in a "singing" style, imitating the human voice. Benedetto Giacomo Marcello (1686-1739) was an Italian composer and teacher. His father wanted him to be a lawyer, so he devoted himself both to public service and music.

This Pastorale has its origins in the shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. Originally, these were done around Christmas time, but are now also used around the year. Marco Lamperini (c. 1765-1819) was an Italian composer and conductor.

This gentle Pastorale is a style of music which has its origins in the shepherds who came from the mountains to the cities and improvised melodies on their flutes. Originally, these were done around Christmas time, but are also used around the year.

Franz Anton Hugl (1706-1745) was a German organist, conductor and composer. The “Aria Siciliana” was a form of music used by composers to remind the listener or a calm nature setting, like a pastorale.

César Franck (1822-1890) was a French Romantic composer, teacher and church organist. The “Melodie” is one the many pieces that he wrote for instruments. He also wrote choral music, operas and songs for voice.

“Largo,” is a famous piece by George F. Handel, (1685-1759), known for it’s calm atmosphere. George F. Handel was a German-British Baroque composer well known for his choral and instrumental music, including “The Messiah.”

Jacques Chambonnières (c. 1601/2 – 1672) was a French harpsichordist and composer. Born into a musical family, he was also influential among other French musicians, including the Couperin family. The “Air” comes from his music for harpsichord.

Charles Wesley, Jr. (1757-1834) was an English organist and composer. His father, Charles Wesley, wrote the words to around 6,500 hymns. The music for mediation is “Pastorale.”

Music for Meditation, Dialogue from Suite II Pièces d'Orgue pour le Magnificat (Jean Adam Guilain: 1680-1739). "For He who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is His name." Luke 1:49 (NKJV)