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Funeral Songs: How To Select The "Absolutely Perfect" Funeral Music

Article Category: Death

Author Name: Pastor Alex

When programming the music for a funeral, there are so many religious songs and secular tunes to choose from that one can instantly feel overwhelmed--so let's "break it down" a bit, shall we?

Now and then those organizing the services might consider music by taking into consideration the needs of the bereaved only, but conventional judgment pronounces that the most effective course is to employ songs that match the character of the life that was lived and evokes recollections of their spirit, likableness, and all the reasons why we treasured them and will always miss them.

The number one use, intent and objective of music in a funeral therefore is to appropriately capture, characterize and appreciate the spirit of a special someone.

When performed gently -- the typical way most of us would expect in a funeral, the music can completely form and conduct the ambiance of the ceremony by helping remind mourners of a unique person who had a warm, gentle, and caring spirit and has now departed to a far better home.

On the other hand, music played with a more robust and soulful flavor may stir up memories of fun, frolic, and merriment that were partaken with someone who made you feel great just by standing in their company.

Even in instances where The Departed One was far from being a very sweet person and we may perhaps find ourselves more predisposed to want to sing, "Ding, Dong, The _____ Is Dead", wisdom dictates that we should at the very least TRY to believe something nice regarding, about, or around them and mirror that in the songs that are elected for this occasion.

Now, When It Comes To Actually Picking Out The Music:

The two broad classifications to consider are: "Contemporary/Personal" and "Traditional/Religious".

Most memorial services have religious overtones and are celebrated in a church or chapel, because even in instances where the deceased wasn't very "churchly", the family often is. Consequently, the traditional songs chosen for funerals are usually religious or classical, and typically are performed in a sedate and soft manner.

These traditional religious songs are typically hymns or songs that have been handed down through generations and are common to people who go to church at least semi-regularly -- like one or two times a month.

Should A Funeral Be "Upbeat"?

The normal Christian-based songs have an underlying meaning of hope of eternal life which would speak of both the deceased and the bereaved people at the service, and it is because of that message that Gospel-style Christian hymns are so joyful, uplifting, and upbeat. In fact, just thinking about the titles alone can make you feel good -- try these: "He'll Understand And Say Well Done", "I Am Bound For The Promised Land", "Mansion Over The Hilltop", and, of course, the ever-popular, "Going Up Yonder".

(Just in case any of these Gospel titles are not familiar to you, I've arranged for you to enjoy a bit of them now -- just amble on over to "FuneralSongs.Net").

These Gospel songs remind us that dying is just a shift from this life to the next, where the tears we shed today because of a temporary great loss of comradeship will become exceeding happiness because of our gain of eternal interrelationship in paradise, so it's not unusual to hear Gospel music played and sung during many funerals today.

Funeral Songs

Although it is not uncommon these days to step away from traditional songs in order to fulfill a wish of The Departed or someone very close to them, it is critical that if you are going to do so you should make sure to write the reason in the obituary pages or have someone verbally explain to the mourners why this song is included, especially if it might appear to the average person to be such a complete deviation from the norm that they would be offended-- thinking that someone is being disrespectful.

It is also vital that you consult those closest to the deceased if you are seeking a more personalized selections of songs over a more traditional set. You may want to ask a parent or a spouse, or a good friend, sister or brother who can suggest songs that the deceased may have loved at earlier points in their life.

Need Music For The "Marches"?

You should also bear in mind that there are spaces for three or four more songs in the time of the "funeral marches". There's the march of family and friends as they enter the church, there's another procession when they walk past the casket, a third one is as they leave the church, and a fourth can be as the casket is being taken from the church.

Depending upon inclinations and/or cultures and/or beliefs, these songs can be totally peaceful and somber, or totally stiring and celebrating, or at any point in the middle.

Graveside Music: Yes Or No?

Sometimes, as a final farewell salute, families might want a family member or friend to perform a special song at the time of interment.

If there is a non-traditional song that someone close to the deceased wants done but you feel it's questionable for use in the chapel or church service, now at this point would be a good place to put it. Otherwise you can get good ideas from the minister presiding over the graveside ceremony, or the funeral director, or the music director for your church, or simply leave it out.

I have taken part in many services where no music at all was done at the graveside, and I've never heard anybody complain.

I hope this helps,

Pastor Alex
Funeral Songs, Dot Net

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