The distant sound of music drifted through the air.

Meaning: A pleasant series of sounds moved slowly and gently through the air from far away.

Choice of Words: Distant means far away in space or time. Sound is something that you hear. Music is a series of sounds that are pleasing to the ear. Drifted means to move slowly and gently.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The sound of music drifted through the open window, filling the room with melody.
• The sound of birds chirping filled the air with music.
• The sound of music echoed through the valley.
• The sound of sleigh bells jingled through the frosty air.
• In the distance, I heard a faint sound of music.
• Music enveloped me, a warm embrace of sound.
• Music weaves a tapestry of sound.
• Music flows from her lips like a river of sound.
• Whispers drifted through the air, carrying tales.
• Balloon drifted lazily through air.