What song/music, would you like played at your funeral/memorial service?

[3Hotdogs]

Me: Iots of blue grass. Maybe some Hank Williams. Finish with slow, sad Irish stuff with the uilleann pipes.

I also want it loud.


No, I ain't planning to go nowhere soon. Just thinkin' aloud --- fact is, not even doing that. Just typing loud. You're probably gonna have to put up with me for a few more years.

[spooky3]

1. How about this?

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[jpak]

2. Louie Louie

[Deuxcents]

3. On the Turning Away...Pink Floyd

[3Hotdogs]

12. I thought about P.F. "Meddle."

[multigraincracker]

4. Imagine.

[Sneederbunk]

5. This

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[rogerballard]

6. Ave Maria

Josh Groban cover would do nicely...

[Midnight Writer]

7. Anne Briggs- She Moved through The Fair. May as well go out with a ghost story.

[Jrose]

8. 'Magic' by Olivia Newton John... so beautifly sung and the words

are inspiring...
-also...
'Come Fly With Me' sung by Sinatra

[coprolite]

9. Our House by CSN

[Croney]

10. This one, after Whiter Shade of Pale and You Can't Always Get What You Want.

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[Dave in VA]

11. Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole

[grumpyduck]

13. "I did it my way"

[Dulcinea]

57. Same here.

The Sid Vicious version.

[murielm99]

14. Janis Joplin

and some Chicago blues.

[ms liberty]

15. The Garden.

This is the live version, with the string section, they called themselves the Clockwork Stringers. It was magnificent live, I saw that tour twice I think, once was at Halloween and the Stringers dressed for it, which was really fun. This is Rush's last original song on their last studio album ever and now Neil's dead and my heart is broken.

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[Earth-shine]

48. This song has a terrific concept and lyrics.

Before the album was released, Peart said he was challenging himself in lyrics and drum work to be the best he ever was.

Certainly in terms of lyrics, this song shows it.

Rest in peace to the Ghostrider, Neil Peart.

In this one of many possible worlds
All for the best or some bizarre test?
It is what it is and whatever
Time is still the infinite jest

The arrow flies when you dream
The hours tick away, the cells tick away
The Watchmaker keeps to his schemes
The hours tick away, they tick away

The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect
So hard to earn, so easily burned
The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect
So hard to earn, so easily burned

In the fullness of time
A garden to nurture and protect

In the rise and the set of the sun
'Til the stars go spinning
Spinning 'round the night
Oh, it is what it is and forever
Each moment a memory in flight

The arrow flies while you breathe
The hours tick away, the cells tick away
The Watchmaker has time up his sleeve
The hours tick away, they tick away

The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect
So hard to earn, so easily burned

In the fullness of time
A garden to nurture and protect
It's a measure of a life

The treasure of a life
Is a measure of love and respect
The way you live, the gifts that you give

In the fullness of time
Is the only return that you expect

The future disappears into memory
With only a moment between
Forever dwells in that moment
Hope is what remains to be seen

Forever dwells in that moment
Hope is what remains to be seen

In the fullness of time
A garden to nurture and protect

[Ocelot II]

16. The Agnus Dei from Vaughn Williams' Mass in G minor

[3Hotdogs]

21. My favorite from Mass in G minor is the Gloria.

But that is probably the case for most mass music.

[Ocelot II]

22. The whole piece is wonderful.

[BOSSHOG]

17. Margaritaville

Nothing but Buffet all afternoon on the beach. Barbecue and Kegs from ten in the morning til Sundown. I anticipate dying on an early Summer evening way off in the future, Then the cremated remains of me and my wife will be driven upstream Mississippi River and dumped in Ole Man River and we will meander south to the Big Easy. We will search for that Lost Shaker of Salt and be together forever Amen. No tears, just another round to toast our lives.

[Mr.Bill]

18. Within You Without you

George Harrison from the Sgt Pepper album.

[mactire]

19. End of life tribute songs

Although I have already discussed with the pertinent folks, some of the music that will be played at a gathering after my demise, it’s agreed that’ O’Neills March ‘ on uillean pipes( accompanied by other instruments) will be the first tune at the occasion- the Chieftains’ version is best. The end will have Mark Knopfler’s (Dire Straits) song ‘Going Home’ played, and then a chorus of friends singing ‘The Parting Glass’, a song of Scottish origin, popular in Eire, as immortalized in the brilliant film “Waking Ned Devine” and the promo ads for Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey. Dougie MacLean’s tune “The Gael” ( Last of the Mohicans ) is on the list. Although a fiddle-driven tune, has had many interpretations on pipes - Scottish highland, Irish Uillean, Breton, and Northumbrian. Check out Clanadonia( on YouTube) a group of Scottish street musicians that are entertaining and fun. There will be music from all over at my gathering, from Calypso, Soca, west African, and any musicians that contribute to “Playing For Change”, especially the version of “All Along the Watchtower” , Hendrix style, the best Rock n Roll song in my book, and another of his tunes “Little Wing” by the Corrs with guest Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones.

[MIGuy]

20. Jethro Tull - Two Fingers

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A song written for that occasion

[Coventina]

23. The Smiths: There is a Light that Never Goes Out

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[Dem2theMax]

24. Won't have a funeral or a memorial.

There isn't anyone left to attend, let alone take care of it for me when I'm dead!

Besides, I'd like to be 'planted' under a tree, so I can provide the nutrients for it to grow big and strong.
Green burial.

But if some sort of music had to be played, it would definitely be this. Because I'd like all of the spirits to get up and dance!

Come to think of it, I would want this one as well. It's my 'deserted island' music. If I could only have one song to listen to If I were stranded on a deserted island, this would be it.

[3Hotdogs]

36. Benny and Sing ... I don't know how many times I've played that since I first heard it in the 50's.

[Dem2theMax]

42. It's the best!

And I swear it would make the dead get up and dance! How can you not want to dance when you listen to it?

It's also great if you're in a bad mood. You'll be in a good mood in a matter of seconds!

[GReedDiamond]

25. Patti Smith's cover of Neil Young's "After The Gold Rush"...

At the end of the memorial service attended by very few if any.

[Permanut]

26. Pachelbel canon in D, London Symphony version.

[elleng]

27. Smetana - Die Moldau (Karajan)

[PJMcK]

35. Scrolling through the responses

I saw Smetana and just knew you had posted, elleng!

Have a great week!

[TlalocW]

28. I'm currently putting together a playlist

I'm 52 now, and I don't want family choosing songs that don't represent me. Also, I'll be paying for my funeral, leaving instructions for the niece most likely to follow them, which might include a merch table where you can get a copy of my playlisy.

Anyway, the closing song will be this...

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[CTyankee]

29. Nessun Dorma.

[live love laugh]

30. Always by Stevie Wonder.

[True Dough]

31. Definitely this one

because if I die anytime soon, I got shafted!

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[catrose]

32. Cellos playing Bach chorales and Jackson Browne's For a Dancer

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[keithbvadu2]

33. The Last Farewell Roger Whittaker

[GreenWave]

34. The One Amongst Us Who Escaped Death

A great song. Now if somebody could only please write it.

[Mad_Dem_X]

37. I have four:

1) Let It Be (The Beatles)

2) Year of the Cat (Al Stewart)

3) Hallelujah (Jeff Buckley)

4) Keep Me In Your Heart (Warren Zevon)

[lastlib]

38. Icarus (Borne On Wings Of Steel) - Kansas

[Earth-shine]

46. I prefer the version on "Two For the Show."

That live album has magic in it. They were at the top of their game.

[maxrandb]

39. I'd start with Going Mobile from Who's Next

to lighten the mood, then hit 'em with Soon from Yes (just a fantastic vocal performance from Jon Anderson), then wrap it up with "Love Reign O're Me", because isn't that what life is all about.

I think I would like to end to the sound of Keith Moon trashing the studio drum room, like at the end of that song.

[malthaussen]

40. John Cage: 4'33". n/t

[Ferryboat]

41. Its a wonderful world, Louie Armstrong

Haven't given the subject much thought.
Always loved this song.

[Evergreen Emerald]

43. Fleetwood Mac: Lay me down in the tall grass

and let the good times roll!

[Tanuki]

44. I am involved in planning a memorial for someone close to me.

He was, among many other things, a fan of Ennio Morricone, so I will include "Gabriel's Oboe" from Morricone's score for The Mission film.

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[Iggo]

45. If it's in a church or a good size hall, Ave Maria would be perfect.

Plus, the eye-rolling would be fantastic! :evilgrin

EDIT ADD: Probably cost prohibitive, but if you could get a couple of prima donas to sing the Flower Duet, that’d be awesome. That’s the most beautiful noise I’ve ever heard come out of a human face.

[Earth-shine]

47. Epitaph - King Crimson

"Confusion ... will be my epitaph
As I crawl, a cracked and broken path ..."

[onethatcares]

49. Neil Young, "Tonight's the Night"

"He tried to do his best

but

he could not"

[VGNonly]

50. Joni Mitchell-

Both Sides Now, Urge for Going, Circle Game

The Band- Whispering Pines

Van Morrison-Into the Mystic

Neil Young-Expecting to Fly, Sugar Mountain, Old Man

Allman Brothers-Midnight Rider

Byrds-I Wasn't Born To Follow, Ballad of the Easy Rider

[Prairie_Seagull]

60. All great choices on this thread.

One of my all-time favorites.

[VGNonly]

62. Another one

from Van

[VGNonly]

63. I left this one off on my list.

[Traildogbob]

51. John Prine

Please don’t bury me in the cold cold ground.

[OAITW r.2.0]

52. Dyin' Crapshooter's Blues

Dave Bromberg Band's version.

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[nocoincidences]

53. Iris Dement

Let the Mystery Be

[FalloutShelter]

54. Hands Down- Talking Heads, City of Dreams

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[yonder]

55. Good call on the Irish pipes. Playing an O'Carolan air of some sort.

Here's a gorgeous version of Carolan's Farewell to Music on a whistle and harp:

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Of course there would have to be a bunch of dance tunes too, mostly reels I'd think.

[SARose]

56. Fields of Gold Eva Cassidy

I hope you dance by Le Ann Womack for my grandchildren.

My cremation and ash disposal are prearranged. Later, I want friends and family to celebrate my life at my favorite restaurant and ask that these two songs be played.

[ProfessorGAC]

58. 4:33

The Phillip Glass piece in which for exactly 273 seconds not a sound is made.
It fits, because there will be no memorial service about me.
I'd rather people just move on with their own lives and not dwell on me after I'm dead.

[zanana1]

59. Ripple

[skypilot]

61. Summer Breeze by Seals and Croft

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