Publisher Desc.  Pastorale from C. Saint-Saens' "Oratorio De Noel" is the instrumental prelude for the oratorio and sets the quiet, pastoral tone for the piece. In his French-Romantic writing you can see in your mind's eye a scene with shepherds and their sheep viewing the new star in the sky. This is set for woodwind quartet (flute, oboe, Bb clarinet, and bassoon) by John Gibson. Perfect for your group's Christmas season playing!