Live Music
Available Instruments
(Pending availability)
- - Piano
- - Violin
- - Cello
- - Harp
- - Guitar
- - Trumpet
- - Vocals
Packages
- Solo - $400
A selection of one of the available instruments (vocals can be included by certain pianists) - Duo - $700
A selection of two of the available instruments - Trio - $900
A selection of three of the available instruments
Popular Church Hymns
- - How Great Thou Art
- - Hear I Am Lord
- - The Old Rugged Cross
- - Abide with Me
- - Great Is Thy Faithfulness
- - The Lord's My Shepherd
- - Gentle Woman
- - Be Not Afraid
- - Prayer of St Francis
Popular Contemporary Songs
- - You Raise Me Up
- - Hallelujah
- - Fields of Gold
- - See You Again
- - My Way
- - What a Wonderful World
- - Danny Boy
- - Candle in the Wind
Patrick
Harrison
(Pianist & Live Music Co-Ordinator)
Patrick Harrison, our in-house music coordinator, brings nearly two decades of piano expertise to our funeral services. With a Diploma and Bachelor's degree in Music Performance, Patrick's mastery spans Classical, Jazz, Blues, and Contemporary styles. His versatile talent has graced numerous events, from weddings to corporate functions.
Live music at a funeral can profoundly impact the emotional experience for families. Patrick's skilled performances create a personalised atmosphere, helping to honour the deceased and comfort mourners in a way recorded music simply cannot. His ability to adapt to various musical preferences ensures that each service is uniquely tailored to reflect the life being celebrated.
By choosing live music, families can experience a more intimate and meaningful farewell. Patrick's sensitive interpretations can evoke cherished memories, provide solace, and even bring moments of joy amidst grief. His presence adds a human touch that resonates deeply, transforming a somber occasion into a beautiful tribute.
Live music at a funeral can significantly enhance the grieving process in several ways:
Emotional Connection and Expression
Live music creates a more intimate and powerful emotional experience compared to recorded music. It allows mourners to connect with their feelings more deeply, providing a channel for expressing grief that may be difficult to articulate verbally. The immediacy of live performance can evoke strong emotions, helping attendees process their loss more effectively.
Personalisation and Remembrance
Live musicians can tailor their performance to the specific needs of the family and the personality of the deceased. This personalisation helps create a more meaningful service that truly reflects the life being celebrated. Live music can also trigger memories of the deceased, allowing mourners to reminisce and find comfort in shared experiences.
Communal Experience
Live music fosters a sense of community among mourners. It creates a shared experience that can bring people together in their grief, strengthening bonds between family members and friends. This collective participation in music can provide a crucial support network during the difficult time of loss.
Mood Regulation and Healing
Live music has the power to influence the emotional atmosphere of the funeral service. It can help control the mood, providing moments of solemnity, reflection, or even celebration as appropriate. The presence of live music can also boost mood by releasing dopamine, potentially helping to alleviate some of the pain associated with grief.
Spiritual and Existential Exploration
For many, live music at a funeral can facilitate spiritual exploration and help in finding meaning during a time of loss. It can create a contemplative atmosphere that encourages personal reflection on life, death, and one's relationship with the deceased.
Unique and Lasting Memory
The presence of live musicians adds a human touch to the service that recorded music cannot replicate. This can create a unique and lasting memory of the funeral, which can be an important part of the grieving process and the ongoing remembrance of the deceased.
By incorporating live music, funerals can become more than just a farewell; they can be transformative experiences that aid in the healing process and provide comfort to those left behind.