Funeral and memorial song guides.

Music can help families remember ordinary moments as well as major milestones. Our short guides suggest specific recordings and explain the feelings they may bring to an entrance, photo tribute, service or celebration of life. You can then try our free song finder and assemble your own list.

Choosing the music

PLANNING GUIDEHow to choose funeral songsMatch the music to the person, the ceremony and each moment in the service. PERSONAL CHOICESFunny funeral songsWhen humor can feel honest, and when an unconventional choice may not fit. PLAN YOUR OWN FAREWELLWhat song would you want played at your funeral?Turn a personal answer into clear, practical instructions for the people you love.

People we remember

MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Songs for Mom Direct tributes and familiar songs, with room for her own tastes. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Songs for Dad Personal memories, classics and country choices. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Songs for Grandma Gentle favorites, older recordings and familiar hymns. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Songs for Grandpa Classics, country favorites and enduring tributes for grandfather. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Songs for older generations A broader guide to classics, folk music and faith-centered favorites.

Traditions and musical styles

MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Traditional funeral hymns Christian songs for singing or reflection; check venue requirements. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Country funeral songs Songs about home, family, faith, love and lasting memories. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Irish funeral songs Folk ballads, farewell songs and heritage-linked selections. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Classic rock funeral songs Acoustic anthems and thoughtful rock ballads for a rock fan.

For the kind of gathering

MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Non-religious funeral songs Secular and humanist memorial music celebrating life and love. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Funeral slideshow songs Match music to the pace and feeling of family photographs. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Celebration of life songs A mix of joyful, familiar and reflective music. MEMORIAL SONG GUIDE Uplifting funeral songs Warm, hopeful songs without denying the difficulty of grief.