Funeral Bagpipes Chicago
Bagpipe Funeral Music, Wakes, Church,
Memorials Services, Cemetery
COVIS-19 Rules: don't stand next to
anyone. That's what I do normally!
For over 25 years, Paul S. Palmer has
played the bagpipes at many funeral events in the Chicago, Illinois
area. His professionalism is known throughout the Midwest. Ask your
funeral director, chances are, Paul S. Palmer is already familiar to
them. They know my work, they know the difference a professional
makes. When only the Best will do.
Because of the short lead time to
arrange for my services, it's important to call me as soon as you
know the funeral details. I can get several calls for the same day.
I have also received a call the night before, that works
sometimes. Don't wait to call!
Chicago-land funeral costs start at
$200. Final amount depends on
travel distance and if I'm playing one, two or three events. One
event could be only
at the Funeral Home or only
the Church or just the Cemetery.
Example: The Full Package, in the
Chicago area, leading your loved one out of the
funeral home, and in and out of the
church and at the
cemetery is $375.
For a list of Familiar Bagpipe Music for
Funerals go to
music.
Paul S. Palmer, Professional Bagpiper
Playing at the Funeral Mass for Bishop Edwin M. Conway
Holy Name Cathedral, Chicago, IL.
What difference does a Professional make?
It's more than just playing a tune on
the pipes any decent piper can do that. It's what happens behind the
scenes that makes all the difference. You arrive early to coordinate
with all the principals involved in the service. The funeral
director, the music people, the clergy and the military, all need to
be on the same page. Not everyone has worked with a bagpiper before
and it's my job to apprise them of how I compliment the service. I
have worked with the best in the funeral industry, that's why I'm
good at what I do. When you make arrangements for a loved one, you
expect all the professionals to work seamlessly together. I make
that happen!
Winter Rules: Chapel only at cemetery.
No graveside
after October 31, 2020. WHY? The bagpipe changes very quickly in cold weather and
wind. They go out of tune. Keeping the bagpipe at an even
temperature is a challenge anytime of the year but more important in
the winter months. Not only does it sound like you are choking a cat
but you can crack the instrument when it's near freezing. Plus and
probably most important, my knees get
cold!
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