Music and hymns
Your funeral director will be able to give advice on all aspects of music for a funeral service and make the necessary arrangements.
During their life many people say that they have a song that they want played at their funeral and the choice of music played at a funeral can add a personal touch to the service.
It is becoming more and more popular for recorded music to be played at a funeral instead of, or in addition to, more traditional hymns and organ music. Also live music and instrumental soloists may be requested, such as a piper or brass band.
Please be advised that if your funeral service is being held in a church, some ministers may only allow traditional music and hymns. Most crematoria have large collections of all types of music and most will allow you to provide your own music on CD.
It is best to let your funeral director know your choice of music. Below is a list of some of the most popular choices selected:
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Hymns |
Popular Songs |
| Morning has Broken |
My Way (Frank Sinatra) |
| Abide with Me |
Wind Beneath My Wings (Bette Midler) |
| The Lord is my Shepherd |
Time to Say Goodbye (Andrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman) |
| All Things Bright and Beautiful |
Angels (Robbie Williams) |
| Amazing Grace |
Over the Rainbow (Eva Cassidy) |
| Old Rugged Cross |
You Raise Me Up (Westlife) |
| How Great Thou Art |
My Heart Will Go On (Celine Dion) |
| Jerusalem |
I Will Always Love You (Whitney Houston) |
| Make Me a Channel of Your Peace |
You'll Never Walk Alone (Gerry and the Pacemakers) |
| The Day Thou Gavest, Lord, Is Ended |
Unforgettable (Nat King Cole) |