Chapel Services: This is a ceremony that takes place in a funeral home. John provides a half hour of prelude music in addition to five songs chosen by the family (instrumentals or sung) during the actual service. After the service is completed, he will continue to play as the immediate family says their final farewell. Funerals: A Mass or liturgical service which takes place in a church. Families may request a song for each of the following categories: Entrance/Processional, Responsorial psalm, Presentation of Gifts, Communion, Communion meditation, Commendation, and Recessional. Please refer to FUNERAL SONG LIST " Thank you for playing my mother's Resurrection mass. The music was beautiful and moving" (L. Nowlan) "... please allow us to offer our appreciation. By following our requests so completely and so professionally you filled us with an emotional alertness yet calm that only a quality musical performance can deliver.." (Alice & William Brennan) Weddings/Wedding Anniversaries: While most weddings are conducted in a church, John is willing play for reception hall ceremonies. The couple may request up to ten songs either instrumental or sung during the Mass or ceremony. In addition to those songs, prelude music will be provided as guests are being seated. To help you choose your music selections, please refer to the list of Events to see if we can coordinate a meeting time and location. If you should have your own soloist, John is willing to rehearse with them for an hour either a week before the wedding or the day of the event. If you would like additional instrumentalists for your special occasion, such as a flautist, trumpeter, or violinist, this can be discussed at the consultation. Please refer to WEDDING SONG LIST "We are honored to have you as an organist/vocalist for our daughter's wedding. You are the BEST of the best. Your professionalism is a welcome touch of warmth and caring" (Modelski Family) " Our sincere gratitude, appreciation and heartfelt thanks for helping make our daughter's wedding a beautiful day, especially with your singing and instrumental playing!" (Laura Erickson) Music Lessons: Half hour lessons for piano, keyboard, synthesizer and organ can be provided at either the Darien or Tinley Park office location. |
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