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Observing ABC's Of Lyrics For A Funeral
Funeral lyrics will need to be structured in very specific ways. Organizers of the event will have to settle on some appropriate literature well before the event is scheduled to take place. As long as they consult with some professionals, they should be able to locate some wonderful words of wisdom.
If people are looking for truly emotional lyrics, nothing beats the emotions of Beatles songs. John Lennon and McCartney wrote hundreds of songs together during the 1960s. Many of these songs are still considered the greatest ever written. Some of the words can be used in ceremonies to honor loved ones.
Hymns are always good choices. In fact, most of the greatest hymns are several centuries old and are steeped in religious language. Men and women can look through old hymnbooks to find something that will work for the present age. Most hymns have slow cadences that make them easy to sing.
Classical music can also work well. Old requiems are beautifully written, and organizers can look through the catalogues of Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven until they find something that works for them. The best composers were great at writing both words and music.
A couple of good lines can also be taken some the great American poets. Robert Frost, for example, has had a long relationship with nature. If the deceased individual had loved walks in the woods, then a Frost poem might be the right way to honor him/her. Most Frost poems are delicately written and can be read aloud for effect.
In the end, funeral lyrics should be checked out carefully before they are finally chosen. Once organizers have a general idea of what they want, the can move forward with the plans. Family members and friends might be asked to help make a final decision so that everyone is happy with what has been chosen.
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