{"id":2278,"date":"2022-02-09T15:44:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T15:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/?p=2278"},"modified":"2022-03-04T15:46:31","modified_gmt":"2022-03-04T15:46:31","slug":"what-to-consider-when-choosing-funeral-music","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/what-to-consider-when-choosing-funeral-music\/","title":{"rendered":"What to consider when choosing funeral music"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Some years ago, when it\ncame to funeral music, you were often only able to select from a limited number\nof traditional songs and hymns. Now, pretty much anything goes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although this means that the service\ncan be personalised more, it can make it harder to choose the songs, as the\noptions are almost limitless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some things you should\nconsider, to help you narrow it down and select the perfect songs to memoralise\nyour loved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think about the person<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Try to recall their favourite songs,\nbands and singers, or what their favourite genre of music was. Did they like\ncountry or classical music, or pop or rock songs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember that the music that you\nselect for the funeral does not need to be traditional funeral music. Choose\nmusic that is significant to your loved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set the tone<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Decide on what tone you wish to set.\nWhen listening to different songs, listen carefully to the words and consider\nhow they will make other people feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The music that you select will be\ndifferent, depending on whether you would like a sombre, reflective service or\na more upbeat service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At most modern services, the music\nis now played through a speaker system, but some people still opt for the music\nto be played on instruments and\/or vocalised by singers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speak to others<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ask your loved one\u2019s friends and\nfamily for suggestions as to what music they think would be best. They may\nsuggest songs that you had not thought of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look at their collection<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you can, look through your loved\none\u2019s collection of music to gather some ideas. This will give you an insight\ninto their favourite songs, artists and genres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could look at their CDs or vinyl\nrecords, or what music they have saved on their streaming account, phone or\nmusic player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider popular songs<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are struggling to pick\nsomething, listen to some of the most commonly selected music for funerals to\nsee if any of those resonate with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are some of the most popular\nfuneral songs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • My Way \u2013 Frank Sinatra<\/li>
  • Angels \u2013 Robbie Williams<\/li>
  • The Best \u2013 Tina Turner<\/li>
  • Wind Beneath My Wings \u2013 Bette Midler<\/li>
  • Always Look on the Bright Side of Life \u2013 Eric Idle (Monty Python\u2019s Life of Brian)<\/li>
  • Time to Say Goodbye \u2013 Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli<\/li>
  • You\u2019ll Never Walk Alone \u2013 Gerry and the Pacemakers<\/li>
  • I\u2019ll See You Again \u2013 Westlife<\/li>
  • Over the Rainbow – Eva Cassidy<\/li>
  • Nothing Compares to You – Sinead O\u2019Connor<\/li>
  • Wish You Were Here \u2013 Pink Floyd<\/li>
  • Bring Me Sunshine \u2013 Morecambe and Wise<\/li>
  • Don\u2019t Worry, Be Happy \u2013 Bobby McFerrin<\/li>
  • What a Wonderful World \u2013 Louis Armstrong<\/li>
  • You Are the Sunshine of My Life \u2013 Stevie Wonder<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Speak to the funeral director<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You could also ask the funeral\ndirector for some suggestions. They are experts in this field and will have\nheard many funeral songs, both conventional and unconventional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Whether you have a selection in mind\nbut need help narrowing it down, simply have no clue, or are feeling\noverwhelmed, we can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Family-owned and run since 1925,\nMaddock Funeral Directors has been trusted by generations of Warrington\nfamilies. For expert advice, please get in touch with our team on 01925 652819.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It is important to bear in mind that\nthere are no right or wrong choices when it comes to choosing funeral music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Just try as best as you can to\nselect something that honours the person you lost, is meaningful, sets the\ndesired tone, and offers comfort and a chance to reflect for those that attend.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Some years ago, when it came to funeral music, you were often only able to select from a limited number of traditional songs and hymns. Now, pretty much anything goes. Although this means that the service can be personalised more, it can make it harder to choose the songs, as the options are almost limitless. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2279,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4,5],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2278"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2278"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2278\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2280,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2278\/revisions\/2280"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2279"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2278"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2278"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.maddocks-funerals.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2278"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}