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There Is Faint Music
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Choral (SATB)
SKU: HL.8749800
Composed by Dan Forrest. Sacred Choral. Anthem, Christmas, Christmas Eve, Christmas Sacred, Christmas/Advent Sacred, Concert, General Worship, Traditional. Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 250 seconds. Hal Leonard #8749800. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8749800).UPC: 884088327019. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
“There is faint music in the night and pale wings fanned by silver flight, a frosty hill with tender glow of countless stars that shine on snow” – this masterful poetic setting is filled with wonderful imagery and opportunities for expressive singing. A lovely and lyrical choice for Christmas programming! Available separately: SATB, SSA. Duration: ca. 4:10.
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Ratings + Reviews
Based on 6 Reviews
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Sarah L.
December 15, 2025
Excellent for Expressive Choral Training
This Dan Forrest anthem is a wonderful addition for a developing choir. The lyrical lines and thoughtful voice leading provide excellent opportunities to teach expressive singing and blend. The clear octavo layout from Hal Leonard makes it easy for students to follow, and the moderate difficulty ensures a rewarding learning experience for various skill levels. A great choice for Advent or Christmas programming.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Reliable and Effective for Performance
For Christmas programming, this piece is a solid choice. It's well-structured and the 'lovely and lyrical' quality translates beautifully in performance. As a working musician, I appreciate arrangements that are clear and efficient to prepare for services or concerts. It delivers beautiful imagery without excessive rehearsal demands, making it a reliable pick for any busy choral director.
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David M.
December 14, 2025
Superb Vocal Support and Imagery
As a vocal coach, I find 'There Is Faint Music' a masterful setting for choir. The SATB vocal lines are beautifully crafted, offering ample opportunity for expressive dynamics and nuanced phrasing. The accompaniment thoughtfully supports the voices, enhancing the 'faint music' imagery without ever overshadowing the ensemble. It's a truly lyrical and evocative piece, perfect for developing rich choral tone.
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Pie S.
February 02, 2013
So beautiful!
Another reviewer used the word 'sublime' and I so agree! Beautiful, peaceful - it'll give you a tingle! You can find performances of this piece on YouTube to hear for yourself.
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Todd
December 31, 2012
Sublime
Sublime. Someone described it as, This is what heaven will sound like. Dan Forrest did a masterful job.
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Roland M.
August 02, 2012
very nice music
Very nice music, very good balance within the chor and the piano.
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