Funeral Programs

Church Funerals

Prelude
Performed before the service, this music provides a gentle welcome for family and friends. You may prefer quiet music from the organ or violin. We usually perform 20 mins instrumental here.

Entrance Song
This can be a song or hymn to gather attention, or to accompany the funeral procession as it enters the church or chapel. Music ideas: ‘Ave Maria’ or ‘Amazing Grace’.

Offertory Hymn
A psalm is often sung after a reading, allowing a moment for reflection. One of the most popular psalms is ‘The Lord is My Shepherd’.

Communion Hymn
A hymns may be sung here, giving family and friends a chance to sing too. Two songs may be required if you have a large congregation receiving communion. Popular hymns: ‘On Eagles Wings’ and ‘Abide with Me’.

Song During Slideshow
A special song could be performed during a slideshow. Music ideas: ‘How Great Thou Art’ or ‘Danny Boy’.

Recessional
As the funeral procession departs, you may like a positive, uplifting song to accompany this. Music ideas ‘Time to Say Goodbye’ or ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone.’

Funeral Services at Cremations

Prelude
This happens before the services starts, to give a calming welcome in music for friends and family. Instrumental music or a soft song would be appropriate here.

Procession
As the funeral procession enters the chapel. Music ideas: ‘Morning Has Broken’ or ‘Fields of Gold’.

During
A favourite song during the service.

Hymns
This is optional as you may prefer no religious music at all.

Committal
In some services, a piece is performed as a period of reflection. Music ideas: ‘The Rose’ or ‘The Last Rose of Summer’.

Recessional
To conclude the service, a joyous song to confirm the celebration of their loved one’s life. Music ideas ‘You Raise Me Up’ or ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’.

Outside Funerals and Burials

You might like a special song performed by strings or choir during this time.