Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GerryM Date: 01 Jul 22 - 03:01 AM Re: Lyr Add: HALLOWELL ( Stephen Spitzer) From: AllisonA(Animaterra) - PM Date: 14 May 01 - 05:58 PM The song, Hallowell, is on the Black Mountain String Band album, Time Traveller, from 2015. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GUEST,Uncle Jaque Date: 19 Jul 12 - 11:17 PM Re. my version of "Requiem" try this link: Uncle Jaque's Bandmix Page Third track from the top. The first track "Flanders Fields" is a tune I composed for the famous WW-I poem of that title, and played at one of our American Legion Armistice Day ceremonies. I'd be interested in what you think of these tunes, and I'd like to hear what they sound like if one of you who really knows what you're doing (as most of you do) does them. I'd like to hear "Flanders Fields" on the Highland Pipes, for instance... if any Piper out there considers if worthy of an attempt that is. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: katlaughing Date: 26 May 01 - 10:41 PM Dear Mudcatters, Please keep Morticia and her family in your thoughts, prayers, meditations, etc. This is still a tough go for her and them. Mortee, my dear one, you are in my thoughts and in my heart always. I know it is hard right now. Let us help you some more, for it is not over with the ceremony and the wake. We understand that it is still going on for you who are stil living and that it must be very difficult. Let our presence of love and concern not waver, but hold steady for you and your family for as long as you need. In love and Peace Profound, kat
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GUEST,CUxbridge Date: 26 May 01 - 06:46 AM Dear Morticia, From a perfect stranger. Thank-you for your courage to come to your friends for help and to bring your online community to a crowning place of friendship. Death is a most fascinating subject to me as I see it is to you and your story teaches to always "Be Prepared" as the GirlGuides say. Though, how can one be prepared? I lost a friend to cancer this spring and wished to sing at the funeral. The family was not prepared to accept this gift. Letting go. Perhaps that's the preparation. It all goes. It all goes... So I choose this place of insertion into your online singing community. God Bless. Or shall I say, May the Pilot watch over thee so as not to offend any one...
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Clinton Hammond Date: 25 May 01 - 08:28 AM Lemme know if you're ever interested in "Who Dies" eh... ;-0 |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Morticia Date: 25 May 01 - 07:54 AM Well, my dear friends, it is over and we got through it with dignity.I honestly felt your presence at the service, I could almost see you, a host of kind, amazing people willing me on whilst I sang for David for the last time.Noreen did a beautiful job of Ae Fond Kiss,( Susan's suggestion) his nephew read the Emerson piece contributed by Mrs Duck, Gomez and I did Caledonia ( thank you Spot) and Liz sang Amazing Grace which several people suggested. Fiona got up and spoke about her dad in as honest,funny and courageous a fashion as someone many years older might not have managed.Everyone was moved to tears by the love and grief in her voice and on her face. He would have been so proud of both his children.I'm proud enough for both of us. On a lighter note, we had such a good time at the wake bit afterwards that the landlord came over several times to ask us to be a bit quieter.So we took our songs, and memories and laughter back to my house and had a thoroughly proper Mudcat send-off for him. He would have liked that a lot. I know I have said this before, but I'm not worried about repeating myself in this case. You are a wonderful bunch of people.Your love, support and suggestions got me through the worst two weeks of my life and I can never thank you enough.To quote the song I sang yesterday " I'm steady thinking my way is clear"....I am, we are and we will be fine.Thank you all. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: YOR Date: 25 May 01 - 12:13 AM A great funeral song (if there is such a thing). "Goodbye My Friend" Karla Bonoff Lyrics available at www.bryndle.com Roy |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Peg Date: 24 May 01 - 11:05 PM here's wishing Morticia strength and courage to face the days ahead; and thanks to her dear friends for being by her side...
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: katlaughing Date: 24 May 01 - 06:18 PM Thank you, LtS for letting us know how it was. Sorry for the traffic and all. I think it is wonderful that you all could be there for her and that you and Noreen sang for it and I am sure you both did a beautiful job. Love you, Mortee, kat |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Liz the Squeak Date: 24 May 01 - 04:59 PM Well, it went as well as these things do.... Thank you for the kind thoughts, Micca, Noreen and I really appreciated them, as we were still stuck in traffic in London (Earl's Court to be precise) at 10.15am, some 25 - 30 miles away, having already been in the car for 2 hours..... One desperate phone call to say we were going to be late, one Lead footed Lizzie on the accelerator (bet you never thought that Escort Estates could do over a ton..... they can!!!) and we got there with 15 mins to spare, only to find that I'd left my hymn book at home and couldn't remember the words to a song I've been singing for 30 years!! We cobbled together three verses, I don't think anyone noticed.... The service itself was simple and moving, totally right, and I daresay Morty will post more later.... I was honoured to be asked to sing, and to be there. Thank you Morty. Liz |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Peg Date: 24 May 01 - 10:24 AM I am so sorry for your loss. To lose someone suddenly, especially a relatively young person, is so shocking and painful. I am thinking of you and yours today. I lost two young friends; one was murdered several years ago; another died in a sudden car accident this past January. I read a poem at his funeral in New York, and sang at a memorial service we had for him in Boston. The poem:
Do not stand at my grave and weep The song I sang is also of unknown origin to me; I have heard several versions and crafted my own:
Spirit of the Wind, carry me.
Spirit of the Earth, mother of birth
Spirit of the Dawn, help us be reborn
Spirit of the Flame, whisper my name,
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: alison Date: 24 May 01 - 07:44 AM thinking of you all slainte alison |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Skipjack K8 Date: 24 May 01 - 06:05 AM Noreen is singing at the service roundabout now. She asked me to think of them. Thinking good things for Terri, family and friends gathered |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GUEST,Roger the skiffler Date: 24 May 01 - 05:58 AM It's 11 am in UK now. Let's spare a moment's thought for Morty and her family and friends. Best wishes RtS |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 24 May 01 - 05:38 AM I woke up at 4 am today and have been sending healing supportive thoughts. This week I've learned even more about the warm, caring person Terri (Morty) is. In the midst of her sorrow and the pressures of getting the funeral together and all, she's been sending regular emails to make sure I'm ok! My loss is minimal compared to yours, my dear, and I''ve got a candle lit this morning for you and yours! |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: KingBrilliant Date: 24 May 01 - 05:19 AM Hope it goes well, and that you are able to say goodbye and to remember and celebrate his life without too much pain. Kris |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull Date: 24 May 01 - 04:47 AM very sorry to hear of your sad loss,our thoughts are whith you. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: katlaughing Date: 23 May 01 - 11:42 PM My time was wrong. It will be about 6am Mudcat time and so, 4am in the Rockies. Sorry. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Helen Date: 23 May 01 - 07:20 PM Morticia, I'm one of those invisible others. You'll feel us all around you, in that unbroken circle. Helen |
Subject: Lyr Add: WILL THE CIRCLE BE UNBROKEN From: GUEST,The Dane Date: 23 May 01 - 05:19 PM I'm very sorry about your loss A song I could recommend is WILL THE CIRCLE BE UNBROKEN I guess you already know it, but here it is anyway: I was standing by my window On a cold and cloudy day When I saw the hearse come rolling For to take my love away May the circle be unbroken By and by, lord, by and by There's a better home awaiting In the sky, lord, in the sky Well I told the undertaker Undertaker, please drive slow For the body, you are hauling, lord I hate to see him go Well I followed close behind him Tried to hold up and be brave But I could not hide my sorrow When they laid him in the grave My deepest condolences Jacob |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: catspaw49 Date: 23 May 01 - 03:22 PM Terri, I sent a few Spaw hugs your way last night in Radio chat, deliverable by Micca and Noreen. Make sure you get them........You are, as always, in my thoughts. Pat |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Morticia Date: 23 May 01 - 03:05 PM Thank you, guys, once again I'm choked with emotion at how caring a community you are ( witness Noreen,whom I met through Mudcat, coming all the way down from North England to be with me tomorrow). I also know that there will lots of 'invisible' others who will be there alongside me too. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 23 May 01 - 12:21 PM Setting my hug-radar for tomorrow am.... |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: katlaughing Date: 23 May 01 - 10:16 AM That would be about 4am Mudcat time, for those of us wishing to help out with energy, etc. at that time. 2am, here in the Rockies...I'll make a late night of it.:-) Noreen, thanks. I am so glad that you, Micca, and everyone else will be there for Terri and passing on those hugs and snog from all of us. luvyakat |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Patrish(inactive) Date: 23 May 01 - 10:05 AM My thoughts are with you already Patrish |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GUEST,Noreen, travelling down the M1 Date: 23 May 01 - 09:22 AM Refresh, for positive thoughts for all at the funeral tomorrow (11am Thursday). Noreen |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Manitas Date: 16 May 01 - 03:31 PM Here's a link to a William Barnes poem http://dorsetshire.com/barnes/index.html It's in heavy dialect so it might not be appropriate. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Morticia Date: 16 May 01 - 02:37 PM Thank you all so much, there are some great suggestions there.Jacob, I am so touched that you would write something especially for David. He would have got such a buzz from that, thank you!! I always thought this was a really special place but you have filled my heart with such gratitude and comfort, I can scarcely believe that so many wonderful people exist. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: katlaughing Date: 16 May 01 - 11:40 AM Mouldy, thanks for posting those words. Donovan does a beautiful tune to them on his Sutras CD. Terri, if you are interested, just scroll down that page for a sample audio file. Holding you in Light and Love, kat |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Mary in Kentucky Date: 16 May 01 - 11:17 AM I'm sorry, Terri. Songs: anything from Musicman's CD, Farewell. It's a collection of Celtic Waltzes and Slow Airs. I particularly like Ye Banks and Braes. There is a listing here. Poems: why not lyrics of an appropriate song? |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: KitKat Date: 16 May 01 - 09:01 AM Two very appropriate songs are 'Sand & Water' by Beth Neilsen Chapman (written after the death of her husband); and 'Til We Meet Again' sung by Dolores Keane (not sure if she wrote it) on the 'Solid Ground' album. Best wishes Pat |
Subject: Lyr Add: JOY OF LIVING (Ewan MacColl) From: Snuffy Date: 16 May 01 - 08:47 AM Sorry about that - here it is.
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Snuffy Date: 16 May 01 - 08:34 AM Sorry to hear about your loss, Morty. Someone mentioned earlier Ewan McColl's 'Joy of Living'. This sums up how Ewan felt about dying, and from what you've told us about your fella, I guess he'd feel the same. Unfortunately the version in the DT is not a very good transcription - here's my "corrections" from memory. Wassail! V |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: roopoo Date: 16 May 01 - 02:37 AM I have posted this one before. It is a Celtic Blessing for the soul's release. I used the last verse on the flowers for my niece. You go home this night to your home of winter. To your home of autumn of spring and of summer; You go home this night to your lasting home To your eternal bed, to your sound sleeping. Sleep now, sleep, and so fade sorrow, Sleep now, sleep, and so fade sorrow, Sleep now, sleep, and so fade sorrow, Sleep, my beloved, in the rock of the fold. The sleep of seven lights upon you, my dear, The sleep of seven joys upon you, my dear, The sleep of seven slumbers upon you, my dear. Sleep, oh sleep in the quiet of quietness, Sleep, oh sleep in the way of guidance, Sleep, oh sleep in the love of all loving. A friend of my mother compiled and sent me a programme of classical music to feature every aspect of her character and life. This is how he and his friends commemorate people, and when his partner died, they just played the list of music (with commentary) at his funeral. (I was amazed how well he knew her). He then sent me another card just before the funeral with the above blessing on it! Keep strong, but don't be afraid to be weak! Let other people carry what burden they can for you - and they will. Above all, in the busyness, allow yourself some space and time. I am thinking of you. Andrea |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Barry T Date: 16 May 01 - 12:54 AM At times like this I am always in awe of the outpouring of sympathy and support from fellow Mudcatters... perhaps evidence of the 'best of the Net'. Though totally inadequate, I offer my prayers and condolences along with those of my colleagues.
You have received some really wonderful suggestions for music and the written word. As a piper, I would recommend Going Home or Hector the Hero... either on the pipes or on the fiddle. Both are truly evocative tunes when played with emotion. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Jacob B Date: 16 May 01 - 12:42 AM To the tune of MacPherson's Lament: He was the father of my babes He was my dearest friend He took great joy in risking his life Who knew it would suddenly end? Chorus: So laughingly, so lustily, and so gustily lived he We'll sing this song as he lived his life And he lived it joyously He was a loving father and mate And a loyal friend clear through And he tried to do the best he could At whatever he tried to do He risked his life disarming bombs And when his work was done Jumping from a plane or off a bridge Was his idea of fun I hope this is of use to you, Terri. You've had a rough year. May happy times come for you and yours. Jacob |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Sue vG Date: 15 May 01 - 06:02 PM We are very sorry for your loss. We were asked to sing at a funeral of a dear friend just after Christmas. I sang the Irish Blessing :- May the road rise up to meet you May the wind be always at your back May the sun shine warm upon your face May the rain fall soft upon your fields Until we meet again, until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand Until we meet again, until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand May the stones stand firm to shelter you May your fire burn warm within your hearth May your friends bring comfort to your home May your music ring within it's walls Until we meet again, until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand Until we meet again, until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand Bob sang The Farewell Shanty (It's time to go now) Sue |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Diva Date: 15 May 01 - 03:47 PM Hugs to you and yours Morty. There are many wonderful pipe tunes and pibrochs. Floors o' the Forest and Macrimmons Lament are both stunning tunes..both with words..as i'm sure know. When a dear friend of ours died my father in law played the "Floor o' the Quern".....amazing... Songs...well...Burns is always appropriate. Love and hugs Kathy |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Deni Date: 15 May 01 - 03:12 PM when my mum died, I found the pipes said it all. I could almost feel the thoughts of all the people at the funeral, and the pipes were more uplifting than hymns would have been , because when the singers are too emotional, singing is sometimes very painful. Another thing I love is harmony singing. Something uplifting. We're with you in spirit. Love, Deni. |
Subject: Lyr Add: AE FOND KISS (Robert Burns) From: wysiwyg Date: 15 May 01 - 01:55 PM Morticia, Hearing this from a CD just now in Seamus Kennedy's deep, healing voice, which has always brought me a peaceful release of grief, I thought of you. It's from the DT, but I've edited a verse or so out to fit. ~Susan
AE FOND KISS
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Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Mrs.Duck Date: 15 May 01 - 01:33 PM Yes do let us know Terri. We will all be with you in spirit. Jane and Geoff |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: mousethief Date: 15 May 01 - 01:06 PM My sincerest condolences, Terri. May his memory be eternal. I have no songs to offer, for which I apologize. Alex |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Date: 15 May 01 - 01:05 PM Yes, Terri, since most of us can't be there to hug you and show our support in person, if you'd like it would be nice to "hear" the music you choose. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: LR Mole Date: 15 May 01 - 01:01 PM Don't know if this is in the thread (I might have put it there, I guess), but "Secret Gardens of the Heart" from Judy Collins "True Stories" album always gets me :...that's me at the wedding, that's me at the grave, dressed up like those people who once looked so grownup and brave.."I wouldn't try singing it, though, myself. I'd never make it through. Strength to ya, from Rhode Island. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Morticia Date: 15 May 01 - 12:50 PM Thank you everyone.The funeral will be on 24th May, would people like to know what was eventually chosen when it happens? |
Subject: Lyr Add: CROSSING THE BAR (Alfred L. Tennyson) From: katlaughing Date: 15 May 01 - 12:04 PM Uncle Jaque, you've sparked my memory. My grandparents and aunts and uncles all had CROSSING THE BAR on their printed memorials. I've always thought it was such a beautiful poem, but had forgotten about it. Just in case you want to use it, Mortee, here it is, to save you some time: CROSSING THE BAR Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea, But such a tide as moving seems asleep, Too full for sound and foam, When that which drew from out the boundless deep Turns again home. Twilight and evening bell, And after that the dark! And may there be no sadness of farewell, When I embark; For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place The flood may bear me far, I hope to see my Pilot face to face When I have crost the bar. kat |
Subject: Lyr Add: REQUIEM (Robert Louis Stevenson) From: Uncle Jaque Date: 15 May 01 - 11:18 AM Our condolences, Morticia, on the loss of your Beloved David. As it happens, I have been asked to conduct the music for a Family Friend's committal service in the mountains of NH this Sat. (05/19/01). One of his favorite poems was R.L. Stevenson's "Requiem" (below), which I have set to music for the occasion, and recently recorded.
Requiem
Under the wide and starry sky ***************************
In the course of similar duty for a Reenactor Friend's Mother, I did "Homeward Bound" from an 1864 Sailor's Hymnal (Christian content) and a favorite of my Wife's family, "Crossing The Bar" by Alfred L. Tennyson. The poem is by his request always found at the very end of any collection of his works, and is his personal Requiem.
I concur with previous suggestion for "Parting Glass"; I would use it if requested for a "religion free" service.
One I frequently play on the low "G" wooden flute in memoriam is "Going Home" and the old reliable as previously mentioned "Amazing Grace" to bring solemn closure to the event. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Morticia Date: 15 May 01 - 09:40 AM My dear friends, thank you all so much.My heart is too full right now for much in the way of words but your kindness and support mean the world to me. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: Fibula Mattock Date: 15 May 01 - 07:25 AM Morticia, I'm so sorry to hear of you and your children's loss. My thoughts are with you. |
Subject: RE: Music and Poems for a Funeral From: GUEST,Kernow John Date: 15 May 01 - 06:37 AM Morty So sorry to hear your sad news. Hang on, for all our thoughts and prayers are with you. As far as a song goes Marion and I have been asked to sing Somewhere Along the Road (Rick Kemp / Maddy prior) at a couple of funerals, people say the words are comforting to them. You sound like a family who's love will give you the strength to pull through, so may this sad time quickly pass and the good memories live on. KJ |
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