Funeral Music
Encore Occasions regularly provides music for funeral ceremonies in the Dublin area. We work closely with a number of Funeral Directors, who regularly call upon our unique music services.
Drawing on our experience and roster of musicians, we can guide a family through the task of choosing music that is not only suitable for the ceremony, but also reflects family wishes and is faithful to the memory of the deceased.
Naoise is the main female singer with Encore Occasions (listen right). However, you may choose a male voice or instrumental-only music. We will discuss the most suitable instruments to compliment the music chosen and will make all arrangements of booking musicians, providing sheet music, liaising with your priest/celebrant, sacristan and undertaker, ensuring the process is as easy as possible.
Whether you’re looking to arrange a simple, traditional style or have a small ensemble of orchestral musicians, we endeavour to help you select music that means something to your family, provides comfort throughout the ceremony and pays respectful tribute to the departed.
Regular Options
Singer & Organ or Piano
Singer & Harp
Singer & Piano & Solo Violin or Cello
Singer & Classical Guitar
Specialist Options
Music for a Young Person – incorporating contemporary music/instruments
Music for an Elderly Person – traditional hymns the congretation will know
Irish Language – All songs sung as Gaeilge with optional traditional instruments
Other Language – All songs sung in Italian
Larger Ensembles – 2 singers, string quartet, harp and oboe or clarinet
Non-Religious Ceremonies
Removal Masses & Cremations
Anniversary & Memorial Masses
Funeral Playlist
Help with Choosing Music
Song List
Samples of Previous Choices
“Kirwans undertakers have worked closely with Encore Occasions for a number of years. In that time we have trusted them to provide the music for over 50 of our funeral services. When we call Encore Occasions, we know they will deal with our client in a caring, timely manner and will adapt their service to the individual needs of each family. We always receive excellent feedback both on the quality of their music and flexibility with special requests at such short notice. We look forward to our continued relationship…”
Séamas Griffin“Thanks for all your help and support at this years Children and Young People’s Remembrance Service. Your contribution was so valued and the feedback from the attendees was overwhelmingly positive. We are very much looking forward to working with you again in 2016 and I’m sure our paths will continue to cross…”
Fiona McInerney“We use the wonderful services of Encore Occasions on a regular basis. We find them most professional, courteous and accommodating in all our dealing with them. The music at all Funerals is tailored specifically to that person or to their family’s taste, so naturally the musical aspect of any service is at the core of a memorable send off. I can without hesitation wholeheartedly recommend Encore Occasions for any service that may be in the planning…”
Brian McElroy
