thanks, Jim. I liked what I heard, but the fact that it was Fauré helped! I wrote them an email last night asking about, after perusing their website and not finding anything specific about that tune. there was some discussion on their forums about other classical references, so I wouldn't be surprised to find that it was done purposefully. they're also big Tolkein fans, so that's in their favor! I'll let you know what I hear.
oh, and I got the SNL reference!
now to go request Journey!