Choralvorspiele No 40 to 44 Uploaded by: EdoL Composer: Bach, Johann Christoph Organ: 2012 Metzler, Poblet Abbey, Spain Software: Hauptwerk VI Views: 66
Pachelbel's Toccata in F major with the later added nickname 'pastorale' is divided into two parts:
The first part consists of falling and rising cadence scales; the second 12/8-part includs organ points and triad motifs in simple harmonies, which are quite close to the pastoral style. The middle voice contains motif repetitions and arpeggiated passages, sounding like harp music. The bright sound of the organ's Zimbelstern underlines the charming pastoral character of this unique work.