music to honour a loved one
Music can offer comfort when words are difficult to find. A song that held special meaning, brings back a cherished memory or simply feels right can become a deeply personal part of saying goodbye.
I offer live singing for funerals and memorial services across Oldham, Saddleworth and Greater Manchester, helping families honour a loved one through music. If you have a particular song in mind or would appreciate some guidance choosing one, I'll approach your request with care and understanding.
The suggestions below offer a starting point, featuring familiar songs that may bring back special memories or feel right for the occasion. If there's another song you'd like to hear, please feel free to ask. I'm happy to discuss your choice and confirm whether I can prepare it for the service.
Reflective & Emotional
Send in the Clowns
Tears in Heaven
Songbird
Hallelujah
Fields of Gold
Gentle & Uplifting
Here Comes the Sun
Somewhere Over the Rainbow / What a Wonderful World
Angels
Fly
You've Got a Friend
Love & Remembrance
You Raise Me Up
Wind Beneath My Wings
In My Life
My Way
Unforgettable
FUNERAL & MEMORIAL SINGING
£125
One live song
A personal live singing performance for a funeral or memorial service, with preparation of your chosen song and care taken to honour the occasion. Your song choice will be discussed and confirmed before the service.
A small additional travel charge will apply for venues outside my usual local area.
Sound and setup
I provide my own singing equipment where needed, with setup arrangements agreed in advance to suit the venue.
Confirming the details
I'll confirm your chosen song and the practical details with you ahead of the service. Where appropriate, I'll liaise with the funeral director or venue to confirm the arrangements.
Payment
Payment is arranged in advance, so you can focus on the service and saying goodbye to your loved one.
a personal farewell
If you'd like to discuss a song for a funeral or memorial service, please get in touch.