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Christian Funeral Songs

admin — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:23:05 +0000

Funeral music should be in good taste, something that can carry the weight of the emotion it seeks to evoke. Consult with the musician(s) if the music is going to be performed live. Choices should take into account the abilities of the performer.

Popular songs for a Christian funeral:
Come to His/Her Aid
I Know That My Redeemer lives
Song of Farewall
Saints of God
Song of Farewell
In Paradisum
May Flights of Angels Lead You
May Saints and Angels Lead You on
May Songs of the Angels
Be Not Afraid
Blest Are they
Center of My Life
Eye has Not Seen
For All the Saints
Holy Darkness
I Am the Bread of Life
Jesus, Remember Me
Keep in Mind
On Eagles Wings
Prayer of St. Francis
Shepherd Me, O God
The Hand of God Shall Hold You
We Shall Rise Again
You Are Near

Funeral Songs

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:30:42 +0000

Losing a loved one can be devastating. Having to plan and choose how the service will be managed can be overwhelming. Funeral music is not something that many of us think about until we are faced with it. There are so many songs to choose from, and maybe your loved one left some kind of direction in their planning but sometimes this is not the case at all. There are many things you can consider in your choices. Was it a spouse, child or parent? Not to mention the styles of music. Here we have found five of the most common choices for a memorial service.

Goodbye My Lover – James Blunt

Angels – Robbie Williams

I’ve had the Time of My Life – Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley

Wind beneath My Wings – Bette Midler

Pie Jesu – Requiem

These songs can give you some idea of what to look for. There are many places where you can find ideas. You may want to enlist the help of others if you are having a hard time choosing. Dealing with grief can make it hard to make decisions and thus make planning seem like an ordeal. Take your time and do your research and you will find what you are looking for.

How much does a funeral singer cost?

admin — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:10:59 +0000

A vocal performance at a funeral can be a fitting tribute for a departed loved one. The average cost for a funeral singer is $100/hour. The cost can be lower or higher depending on the experience and demand for the funeral singer. Prices may also vary between geographical locations.

Singers with little to no funeral experience may be cheaper. It is tempting to save money by trusting the the less experienced singers ability to perform in a melancholy environment. Singers with limited funeral experience may find their performances are degraded by their inability to cope with the inherent emotional environment. Check with your funeral home for a roster of experienced funeral singers.

As with any service it is always a good idea to check references. An experienced funeral singer can provide a list of funeral home references to call.

Make sure to discuss any language needs you may have. Request a live performance to evaluate the singers ability to sing any language not common to your geographic location.

Hopefully this advice helps you find the perfect singer for your funeral.