Planning a funeral can be an uncomfortable topic to discuss.
It's an emotional time of grief, sorrow, and fond remembrance.
Properly played, the bagpipes can be a stirring addition to any type of funeral service or memorial.
Consider some of these options:
Having the pipes play at the church or ceremony location as the funeral procession arrives.
Play during the service at a specified point.
Piping as the funeral procession leaves the church.
Bagpipe music at the cemetery as the funeral procession arrives.
Play at a designated time during the cemetery service.
Piping as guests depart from the cemetery.
Typically, only one or two of these options would be best.
I usually play a selection of slow airs, slow marches and laments out of respect for the solemnity of the occasion.
Typical tunes include Amazing Grace, Danny Boy, Scots Wha Hae, The Balmoral, Going Home, When the Battle's Over, Skye Boat Song and others, including military tunes for veterans.
Click Here to listen to Bill play Amazing Grace
Traditional highland daywear is worn for a dignified appearance.
Please bear in mind that outdoor piping can sound less than optimal when temperatures dip into the 40's or less.
Please telephone (570)-344-8443 to check availability and make arrangements. Due to the often limited timeframe for planning, I do not suggest using e-mail for funeral inquiries.