Near (Piano Solo)

Near

A Concert Piano Setting of Two Sacred Hymns

Near weaves together two cherished hymns of devotion—“Nearer, My God, to Thee” and “Nearer, Dear Savior, to Thee”—in a graceful and expressive piano setting. Cast in a gentle 6/8 meter, the music unfolds with a lilting, waltz-like motion, giving the familiar themes a sense of quiet forward movement and longing.

A newly shaped melodic line carries the piece, allowing fragments of the beloved hymns to emerge and blend in unexpected ways. Flowing textures and warm harmonies create a feeling of tenderness and reflection, while a contrasting minor section introduces deeper color and emotional intensity before the music gradually returns to light and resolution.

The result is both familiar and refreshingly new—a lyrical meditation that captures the yearning of the heart within both hymns.

Well suited for:

Church services and offertories

Sacred recitals

Reflective concert moments

Pianists who enjoy expressive, lyrical repertoire

With its gentle sway, rich harmonic color, and distinctive melodic voice, Near offers a moving musical prayer—an invitation to draw ever closer to the divine.