“Hire a bagpiper for a funeral”

Hire a funeral bagpiper and leave a musical lasting memory

A funeral is a time for reflection and remembering the life of a loved one. A bagpiper playing at the beginning or end is sure to leave a lasting memory.

Burial or Cremation Services
Matthew can provide music for both a burial or cremation. Below is an outline of what could be arranged:

Burial:

Lead the hearse and coffin into the service

Lead the coffin to the burial site

Play during committal

Play in the background once the minister has completed his/her sermon

Cremation:

Lead the hearse and coffin into the service

Play within the service during committal

Play whilst guests gather their thoughts over the flowers

The above is just a guide and can be altered where necessary or where permissions allow.

Check out Matthew playing ‘Highland Cathedral’ in the grounds of Golders Green crematorium, London.

Contact Matthew direct for more details.

Pictured outside the Garden of England crematorium, Kent

Testimonials

“Matthew’s performance was outstanding, his timing was perfect, a true professional”.

“Thank you so much for yesterday, you truly were amazing. Everyone said how lovely you were, and we can’t thank you enough for bringing Scotland to George”.

“Thank you so much for playing so beautifully at my Dads send off. He loved bagpipe music so I know he would have loved it! It was especially beautiful being in the woodland setting”.

“The bagpipes made the ceremony special. Piper Matthew McRae has a perfect understanding of what to play and when, and the bagpipe music provided a perfect focus of attention during the waiting periods that inevitably arise during a burial. Matthew McRae is a highly skilled musician, well turned out and respectful, and made no demands on the family”.

“Matthew was thoroughly professional and gave Mum a great send off”.

“Thank you for your professional and compassionate work today at Mum’s Funeral. The piping went down well and all the family and friends were commenting on how your playing enhanced the service. Once again, thank you very much”.

“My brother loved the bagpipes. Hearing Matthew play Flower of Scotland and Amazing Grace so beautifully brought back lovely memories that we both shared”.

“Thank you so very much Matthew… It was wonderful. My dad would have been so proud!”.

“Matthew. I just wanted to thank you again. You made the send off so special, truly appreciated”.

“Matthew was excellent! Beyond excellent. Prompt, polite, genial and empathetic. Worth every single penny”.

“Amazing playing of the bagpipes, added that extra sparkle to an otherwise very sad event”.