Funeral Memorials | Bagpipe Players | Add a Unique Memory for Graveside Services.
Funerals | Memorials Bagpipe Players are common to incorporate at the beginning and at the close of the service. Furthermore, the acoustics in the church setting is moving and impressive. Additionally, the Bagpipes can be accompanied by the choir or other grand instruments. Also, bagpipes go well with the traditional pipe organ.
For instance, popular tunes from the Bagpipes include “Danny Boy”, Going Home”, The Skye Boat Song”. And, The famous “How Great Thou Art”.
Importantly, coordination with the Church officiants and family is handled by the bagpiper, family and planner.
Graveside ceremonies commonly use Bagpipes for the conclusion of the funeral with “Amazing Grace”. Additionally, a Bagpiper provides live music at the final resting place. Often, the family finds this memorable and comforting.
Interestingly, Music is not always available for the conclusion at the ceremony. Therefore, Bagpipers can be a simple way to fill the air with these historical sound and melodies. Also, see more about Los Angeles’ Forest Lawn
Funerals & Memorials | Many Venues
Jewish Traditions | Solo Bagpiper
Bagpiper Harry Farrar performs often for funerals at Mt. Sinai Cemetery as well as Groman Eden. However, Jewish services do not usually have bagpipers. Importantly, these are special cases where the well know song “Amazing Grace” is usually requested by the family. Otherwise, Over The Rainbow” is a second choice.
When the hearse/coach arrives at the cemetery, having the bagpipe lead the casket to the graveside is a memorable start for the final portion of the funeral. As a result, more people can be part of the ceremony. Above all, the sound of the bagpipe is a good addition.
Funerals Memorials | Bagpipes & Drums
Bagpiper Harry Farrar has performed at thousands of services in the Southland. For example, at the National Cemeteries in Riverside, Westwood, and Bakersfield, with honor. Moreover, experience matters. And, Harry Farrar is the preferred piper for Oakwood, San Fernando Mission. Also, for the largest cemetery in North America- Rose Hills Cemetery. Harry Farrar has been performing services at all the local Forest Lawn Cemeteries, since 1981. Conveniently, Harry is the house bagpiper on call.
Veterans | Memorial Day Ceremonies | 911
The Veterans and all Military are annually remembered on Memorial Day and Veterans Day with Bagpipes and Drums. For example, well known Forest Lawns, Beverly Hills, Montebello City Hall, and Belmont Home in Brentwood. Importantly, Never Forget.
Furthermore, see Oakwood Cemetery pictures where Bagpipes fit in so well with the hills of Bell Canyon. And, the hills of Chatsworth in the background.
For instance, a small group of pipes and drums is nice for parades and official ceremonies. Besides, annual events like July 4th, and Memorial Day are good venues for Bagpipers and Drummers to help with the theme of these national days. And, Bagpipe Players for Funerals and Memorials make a difference. Annually, the group leads the Lompoc Flower Festival Parade. Also, the sound and look and of pipes and drums is exciting for a parade format.
Memorial Day | Veteran's Day | Bagpipes
Often, bagpipes and drums are a good match for color guards or honor guards. Because, the formality of the two together enhances the impact of the ceremonies. Veteran’s Day is a good example. Notably, the presence of the band is an important part of events in Southern California. Especially, at Forest Lawn in Glendale and Hollywood Hills. The parks respect the heros in great style. And, Memorial Day is recognized with equal attention.
Industry Hills is home of the Pacific Palms Golf Resort. And, they put on a great ceremony evey year with Sky Divers. Notably, the jump experts are soldiers from the US military. Thanks for thier service!
Burials at Sea and ceremonies at Sunset or Sunrise are settings where the flexibility, and because of the simplicity of having a single Bagpipe Player, this is a great convenience. To learn more about Scottish Pipes & Drums click “More About Us”
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Commonly, there are many other types of service locations that Bagpipers are selected to perform. Often, Bagpipe Players are a good fit at Private Estates and Homes, Country Clubs, Historical Landmarks and countless famous locations. As a result, it is easy to find a place for the bagpipe to fit in.
Large Private Service | Los Angeles Area Bagpipers
Many times, there are important events and services that are very private. And, there are many examples. Because, of the need for privacy for the family and friends, there are large funerals at private clubs. Notably, the Bel-Air Bay Club and St. Mathew’s Episcopal Church in Pacific Palisades. Harry was the bagpiper for the Charlton Heston service. Interestingly, the press was not aware of the service. And, the Secret Service was in attendance. However, the event was a gathering of top politcal leaders of the country. Including, Nancy Reagan and Senator John McCain. Similarly, Harry has performed at private events for well known families at Trump National Golf in Palos Verdes. Additionally, a very unique event was held at the historical Los Angeles Union Station. Confidently, Harry Farrar is the professioanl bagpiper you need for these private events.