The Pastorale began with shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. They are used at Christmas time and during the year. Giambattista Ignazio Grazioli (1746-1820) was an organist and composer, serving as organist at St. Mark's in Venice.
The Pastorale began with shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. They are used at Christmas time and during the year. Giambattista Ignazio Grazioli (1746-1820) was an organist and composer, serving as organist at St. Mark's in Venice.