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Exploring The Basics Of Funeral Lyrics
Funeral lyrics are generally designed to be sung. Because this will be an important part of the ceremony, organizers should look through a number of different reference materials until they find something that they are happy with. Old books will yield many different kinds of riches.
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 should not be ignored either. Many classical symphonies, in fact, were originally written as requiems. Bach and Mozart wrote several such works, and these still retain their beauty today. They can be brought out and used during modern funerals without too much trouble.
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 carefully researched before they are officially added to the ceremony. As long as people have done their homework and selected something very beautiful, all be well. The guests will be pleased with the choice.
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