We aim to make this process as stress-free as possible. We are happy to work directly with your family or your chosen Funeral Director to coordinate all musical requirements for the service.
Suggested Selections for a Final Farewell
Below is a selection of pieces frequently requested for Irish services. We are also happy to arrange personal favorites not listed here or in our repertoire.
Timeless Classical Masterpieces
- Air on the G String – J.S. Bach
- Clair de Lune – C. Debussy
- Nimrod (from Enigma Variations) – E. Elgar
- Pie Jesu (from Requiem) – A.L. Webber
- Benedictus (The Armed Man) – K. Jenkins
Sacred & Traditional Hymns
- Nearer, My God, to Thee – L. Mason
- Ave Maria – F. Schubert
- Amazing Grace – Traditional
- Pie Jesu (from Requiem) – G. Fauré
- The Lord Is My Shepherd – D. Grant
Traditional Irish Airs
- Ag Críost an Síol – S. Ó Riada
- Carrickfergus – Traditional
- Danny Boy – Traditional
- She Moved Through the Fair – Traditional
- 'Sé an Tiarna m'Aoire – F. O’Carroll
Modern & Cinematic Reflections
- Time to Say Goodbye – F. Sartori
- Book Of Love – P. Gabriel
- The Beatitudes (Great Beauty) – V. Martynov
- Buongiorno Principessa – N. Piovani
- Cavatina (The Deer Hunter) – S. Myers
Cinematic & Contemporary Reflections
- Gabriel's Oboe (The Mission) – E. Morricone
- Hymne – Vangelis
- The Arrival (from Gattaca) – M. Nyman
- Balcony Scene – C. Armstrong
- Honor Him (Gladiator) – H. Zimmer
Modern & Movie Reflections
- I Giorni – L. Einaudi
- Into the West (Lord of the Rings) – E. Lennox
- May It Be (LOTR) – Enya
- Vide Cor Meum – P. Cassidy
- Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) – Hillsong Utd.
While these pieces above are frequently chosen for their beauty and solemnity, we understand that music is deeply personal. Whether it is a favourite pop song, a cinematic theme, or a specific traditional melody, we are happy to discuss custom arrangements to honour your loved one’s unique life.
The Bohemian Strings Standard
- Compassionate Professionalism: Based in Dublin, we offer a respectful and versatile service tailored to families nationwide.
- A Personal Tribute: With an expansive repertoire, we invite you to select the pieces that mean the most to you, ensuring comforting atmosphere.
- Reliability You Can Lean On: Having performed at hundreds of services, we provide a seamless, dependable, and dignified presence.
- Dignified Appearance: Our musicians always appear in full formal black attire to maintain the solemnity of the occasion.