L.R. Collins - Funeral Bagpiping Services  Texas and Surrounding Area and Eastern New Mexico

Bagpipes may be used in funeral (or related) ceremonies in several ways.  

Graveside -The bagpipes are used to lead the procession from the coach to the graveside (Piping in
                     the Casket).

They may be incorporated at any time during the ceremony as additional music.

At the end of the service, as a salute to the deceased.

Church - Piping the deceased into and out of the church.  This is frequently part of the service.

Anywhere Else - The pipes may be played at wakes or almost any place having a special meaning
                     to the deceased or family.

A Few Possible Music Selections

Amazing Grace - Hymn
Lord Lovat's Lament - March
Scotland the Brave - March
Rowan Tree - Ballad
Trooping the Colours - Slow March
Mist Covered Mountains - Slow March

The sound of the bagpipe is an emotive influence on all who hear it.  

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