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What is the most requested song at funerals?
The 2019 Top 10 Funeral Songs list includes:
- “My Way” by Frank Sinatra.
- “Time To Say Goodbye” by Andrea Bocelli.
- “Over The Rainbow” by Eva Cassidy.
- “Wind Beneath My Wings” by Bette Midler.
- “Angels” by Robbie Williams.
- “Supermarket Flowers” by Ed Sheeran.
- “Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole.
- “You Raise Me Up” by Westlife.
How do I choose a funeral hymn?
HOW TO CHOOSE FUNERAL MUSIC
- Think about the person you are memorializing. Did he or she have favorite songs or a type of music they were particularly fond of?
- Decide what type of tone you would like to set.
- Ask others for suggestions.
- Take a look at the person’s own music library.
- Listen to the lyrics carefully.
What are some traditional funeral hymns?
Traditional hymns for a funeral. Beyond the Sunset. Great is Thy Faithfulness ( backing track) When Peace Like a River (It is Well) I Know That My Redeemer Liveth from The Messiah (Handel) The Old Rugged Cross. When the Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound. There is a Hope – Stuart Townend.
What kind of music should be played at a funeral?
Hymns are one of the most popular choices of music for funerals in the U.S., and not just for devoted church-goers either. Many people find comfort in including religious songs in their loved one’s service and certain hymns have remained popular funeral song choices over the years.
Do funeral hymns need to be reinterpreted?
As you listen to religious and spiritual funeral songs, you’ll notice that they have been reinterpreted many times over the years. Sometimes playing a more modern take on a traditional funeral hymn adds some character to a funeral ceremony.
What is the purpose of a funeral song?
Like most of the hymns on this list, this 19 th century classic gives mourners a source of stability, a rock to lean on in times of hardship. Funeral audiences can find peace of mind in the knowledge that the stress, fear, and doubt that often accompany a loss are in the hands of a higher power.