This piece is taken from the ballet "La Fille mal Gardee" which tells the story of a farmer's daughter and her two suitors - a young farmer and the son of a rich vineyard proprietor. The minimum forces required for performance are 1 flute, 1 oboe, 1 clarinet, wood-block and strings. The piano part may be used to strengthen the lower strings and also as an aid to rehearsal. If only one flautist is available the 1st flute part should be played. If only one bassoonist is available the 1st bassoon should be played where the 2nd is silent, but 2nd where both are playing.