FUNERALS & REMEMBRANCE
A personal farewell, played with care
The pipes can be a moving way to remember someone, whether they loved Scottish or Irish music, had a connection to the services, or simply enjoyed the sound.
I’m Ed. I’ve been playing for over 30 years, and I’ll help you choose a fitting tune and the right moment for it. You don’t need to have everything worked out before you get in touch.
Speak to me on 07846 505260CHOOSING THE RIGHT MOMENT
Where I can play
A single tune may be all you want. These are some of the ways the pipes can be included, depending on the service and the venue.
Arrival & procession
I can play as the hearse arrives at the family home, church or crematorium, lead the cortege for a short distance, or pipe the coffin into the service.
During the farewell
A reflective tune can be played during the service or at the graveside, including as the coffin is lowered. We can discuss what would feel right for the family.
After the service
I can play as people leave, finish with a tune while walking into the distance, or welcome guests as they arrive at the wake.
MUSIC WITH A CONNECTION
A tune that means something
You may already have a favourite piece in mind. If you don’t, I’m happy to talk through some suitable choices with you.
Some familiar choices are “Amazing Grace”, “Flowers of the Forest” and “Going Home”. The choice can be reflective or uplifting — it should feel right for the person you’re remembering.
If you’d like something particular, please ask. I’ll let you know whether it works on the pipes.
- Dress for the occasionFull Highland regimental dress, formal Scottish day dress or Irish attire are available.
- The setting mattersWe can consider the space, volume and where I should stand, alongside the service arrangements.
KEEPING THE ARRANGEMENTS SIMPLE
A few details are enough to start
You can contact me directly, or ask your funeral director to get in touch about the piping arrangements.
- The date and placeLet me know the service date, venue and any other locations involved.
- The moments you’d likeTell me whether you’d like arrival music, a tune during the service, graveside piping or a farewell afterwards.
- The timings and musicWe can agree the tune choices, approximate start and finish times, and how the piping fits around the service.
PRACTICAL QUESTIONS
A little guidance
Can you play at a church, crematorium or graveside?
Yes. The best place and timing depend on the venue and service. We can discuss the arrangements with you or your funeral director and check what the venue allows.
We don’t know which tune to choose. Can you help?
Of course. Tell me a little about the person and the feeling you’d like the music to have. I can suggest some options, and you can choose what feels right.
Can the funeral director arrange the piping?
Yes, your funeral director is welcome to contact me. It helps if they can share the date, venue, timings and where the pipes are wanted in the service.
The funeral is soon. Is it still worth asking?
Yes — please get in touch and I’ll let you know whether I’m available. If the service is coming up shortly, calling is a straightforward way to discuss the details.
Do you travel outside Sheffield?
Yes. I cover Yorkshire and the surrounding counties, including Derbyshire, the Peak District, Greater Manchester, Nottinghamshire and Staffordshire. I’m happy to discuss travel further afield too.
WHEN YOU’RE READY
Let’s talk about the farewell
Call me or send a message with the details you have. I’ll help you work out how the pipes could fit into the service.