Music guides

Honest, practical advice on choosing music for the occasions that matter most — from the musicians who perform at them every week.

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• How to choose music for a funeral

  A practical, step-by-step guide to selecting hymns, solo pieces, and instrumental music for a funeral service.

• The most popular funeral hymns

  The hymns families choose most often, what makes each one work, and how to decide which are right for your service.

• Choosing hymns for your wedding

  How to pick wedding hymns your guests will actually sing, with suggestions for every style of ceremony.

• Music for a celebration of life

  How music at a celebration of life differs from a traditional funeral, and how to choose pieces that honour someone’s personality.

• What to expect when you hire a choir

  Everything you need to know about booking professional singers for a funeral, wedding, or ceremony — from first enquiry to the day itself.