Every life is a journey; Like all relationships it is a journey: Some are extended, some brief and very short.

My core principals spell the word “hike“. Like any hike it is a journey from one point to another. It has its good points as well as bad and I would like to think that my  Core values

Honesty: a great way to build relationships now and into the future.

Integrity: the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

Kindness: in all relationships there needs to be warmth concern and care.

Empathy: placing myself in others shoes and understanding their position.

and what they stand for will give people confidence and comfort that they are dealing with a true professional!

I ask the question;  which is better at a funeral, live music or something played through a system, such as a PA, or facilities sound system from some recording or IPod?

On occasions where I have had the privilege to have some one playing at a funeral, in particular one brave lass of 16 at her grandfathers funeral; it was amazing what the piece played did  during the remembrance section of the service. It may have increased the grief but it certainly enhanced the memories!

To day I had the opportunity to discuss this with a musician, a singer, who would like the opportunity to  broaden their portfolio and sing at  funeral because they felt that it would bring a new dimension to ceremonies and create lasting memories.