A special tribute for a loved one

There are several appropriate times for the bagpipes to be played at a funeral service.  Some families wish to have the pipes played for their loved one throughout the service, while some families choose only one or two selections.

At a funeral, a piper may play:

• *As the casket is carried into the church

• *As a part of the service

• *As the casket is carried out of the church

• *As the casket is carried to the burial site

• *At the conclusion of the interment service:  A piper may play a slow aire while walking off into the distance. 

At a memorial, a piper may:

• *Lead a processional
• *Play as part of the service
• *Lead a recessional

I will assist you by coordinating with your priest/pastor and the funeral director, always with the appropriate measure of care and dignity.