St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

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Funeral Music

Funeral Music

Music is very important at a funeral or memorial service. Typically the family will choose the hymns. We usually have a pianist and a vocalist to sing the Mass parts and hymns, and there is typically a fee for the musicians. Contact us with any questions.

For a funeral Mass, you will need the following songs:

  • Opening song
  • Offertory song
  • Communion song
  • Meditation song (optional)
  • Closing song

For a memorial service that is not a Mass, you will need the following songs:

  • Opening song
  • Meditation song (optional)
  • Closing song

Note that the musicians will choose the responsorial psalm, but if you have a specific one in mind, let us know.

Here are some popular hymns that are appropriate for funerals. Click the links to hear the songs. If you have any other music suggestions, please let us know.