noun
- plural of pastorale; musical compositions with a pastoral or rural character
Usage: music
Examples
- The composer wrote several pastorales inspired by countryside scenes.
- Bach’s pastorales often feature gentle, flowing melodies.
- The concert program included three pastorales from different periods.
- These pastorales evoke images of shepherds and peaceful meadows.
- The orchestra performed a collection of French pastorales.
- Her pastorales capture the essence of rural life through music.