What is memorial music?

Memorial music is played during a memorial service to honor the life of a deceased person. It's usually meaningful to the deceased or their loved ones and can be of any genre or style.

Is memorial music different from funeral music?

While the terms are often used interchangeably, funeral music usually refers to music played during a funeral service. In contrast, memorial music is played at a commemoration event, which could be some time after the funeral.

Can I use royalty-free music for a public memorial event?

Yes, royalty-free music for a public memorial event can help you avoid copyright issues.

How many songs are typically played at a funeral?

The number of songs played can vary, but generally, 3 to 5 songs are included: one for entering, one for reflection, and one for exiting. Additional songs can be played if the service requires them.

What are some popular choices for memorial music?

Some popular choices for memorial music include classical pieces, hymns, contemporary songs, or even the deceased's favorite music. Songs like 'Amazing Grace,' 'Ave Maria,' and 'Hallelujah' are commonly chosen.

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Between The Silence by Music Ideas

1:16

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Sad, thoughtful classical piano music with a reflective, philosophical mood.

Around Planets by MintWhale

1:08

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Great as background music for slow motion, scientific documentaries, funeral slideshows, aerial footage, memorable videos, etc.

Mysterious Angels by Eitan Epstein Music

1:00

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Suitable for religious services, funeral music, and memorial videos.

Quiet Dawn by DPmusic

1:59

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A gentle ambient piece built on airy pads and delicate piano, creating a calm, meditative atmosphere filled with soft light and quiet , funeral background music..

The Cries Of The Sad by Eitan Epstein Music

0:32

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It is great for sentimental and sad trailers, tragic background music, holocaust scenes, sad romance and love stories, winter and autumn seasons, death and funeral scenes, quiet and slow cinematic background music, agony and pain moods, drama and thoughtful projects, memorial videos, loneliness and depression, and much more.

Atlas Requiem by Rick Dickert

1:22

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Slow, sad solo piano composition in 82 second loop suggested for setting of a formal funeral music, serious narrative or bittersweet, tragic love scene, also underscoring images of natural disaster relief and calls to donate.

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Ashen Fields by DPmusic

2:00

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The music unfolds like a funeral procession, filled with sorrow, grief, and quiet despair.

Tragic Event by DPmusic

1:48

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Good background for sad videos, grievous loss, funeral events, despair and hopelessness videos, heroic death, prayers, memorial videos, and many more, funeral royalty free music..

Deep Funeral Sadness by Eitan Epstein Music

0:38

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Suitable for drama and touching moods, funeral music and tears scenes, depression and longing intro, memories and sentimental background and more.

Fairy Wonderland by Infraction

2:00

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Fairy Wonderland is atmospheric, nature, cinematic music featuring piano, strings and orchestra.

Funeral Horn by SnowMusicStudio

2:00

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A funeral dramatic melody performed by trumpets.

Sentimental Soul by Dvir Zilverstone

1:36

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Poignant cinematic music with an expressive string quartet and delicate arpeggiated piano, funeral stock music..

Lonely Galaxy by MintWhale

1:32

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Perfect as background music for slow-motion videos, documentaries about nature, memorial and funeral, regret or reflection, etc.

Heart Abandoned by AG Music

1:16

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This heartfelt and beautifully reflective composition is designed for memorial videos, funerals music, and commemorative events.

The Last Embrace by DPmusic

1:58

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Perfect for funeral scenes, memorial videos, dramatic storytelling, sad cinematic moments, emotional documentaries, and touching visual narratives.

Lonely Morning by MintWhale

1:30

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Perfect as background music for silent locations, memorial videos, documentaries, funeral slideshow, scenes linked to isolation, loneliness, and melancholy, music for funeral videos..

The Last Post by Mike Nowa

1:23

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Many more years later that music become unofficial anthem of Veterans Day ceremonies and also military funerals music.

Serene Reflections by Dvir Zilverstone

1:22

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Atmospheric ambient piano track.

Grievous Loss by DPmusic

1:49

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Can be used as background music for funerals, mournful videos, grievous events, memorable videos, sad stories, catastrophic videos, prayerful videos, or so.

Between Two Hearts by Alex Grey

1:46

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An emotional, touching piano track led by warm piano and gentle strings, funeral instrumental music..

Departing Sorrow by Erick McNerney

1:59

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A heartbreaking soundscape which seems to be a farewell to someone - either a funeral or loss of love between someone.

Thinking Of Your Heart by Goldie Shine

1:29

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Suitable for cinematic drama films, moments of loneliness and depression, intimate sadness, memorial and music for funeral videos.

Silent Inspiration by Art Pedan

1:51

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Dramatic, emotional, and cinematic background music.

Sadness Bloom by Erick McNerney

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It's almost a slow, dignified march, perhaps for a funeral, .

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Licensed funeral music for funeral homes, memorial videos, and services

Download royalty free funeral music in MP3 and WAV for memorial videos, obituary slideshows, and services.
Use calm instrumental tracks for chapel playback, livestreams, reception areas, and client tribute videos.
Keep a license confirmation PDF for client files, venue checks, and online publishing.
Test free previews for client approval before buying the clean licensed version.

Funeral homes and memorial video services need music that is respectful, easy to clear, and simple to deliver. This collection includes calm instrumental funeral music for chapel services, obituary videos, photo tributes, livestream replays, and celebration of life events.

The best tracks stay steady under readings, names, dates, and family photos. Soft piano, strings, acoustic guitar, light pads, and subtle choir textures give the service a warm tone without competing with speech or ceremony flow.

For funeral homes and service coordinators

Use licensed MP3 or WAV files for chapel playback, graveside services, reception rooms, and family gatherings. Keep the license confirmation with the service file, especially when music is delivered to a venue, videographer, coordinator, or family member.

For memorial video editors and tribute agencies

Choose instrumental tracks with a stable middle section for photo timing and a clean ending for final titles. Free previews help you test the edit before buying the licensed file for client delivery.

Preview music before client approval

Use free previews to check mood, timing, and volume before final delivery. When the family or coordinator approves the track, purchase the clean MP3/WAV version and keep the license confirmation with the project.

For livestreams and online memorials

If the service will be streamed or uploaded later, choose tracks with the “Hide Content ID” option when possible. This can reduce automated copyright checks on platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, or Vimeo.

License & download for professional use

Each purchase includes clean MP3 and WAV downloads plus a license confirmation PDF. This gives staff, coordinators, and video editors a simple record of licensed use for the service, memorial video, or online tribute.

Featured tracks & composers

For photo tribute videos, Somewhere gives editors a soft reflective bed that stays clear under captions and family images. For chapel entrances or formal gathering moments, Requiem For The Gladiator offers a slower ceremonial tone. For closing titles, Lonely Angel works well when the video needs a quiet final cue.

For more options, explore calm memorial music by Jon Wright, DPmusic, and SoundVessel.

FAQ – Royalty Free Funeral Music

Can funeral homes use this music for services?

Yes. Licensed tracks can be used for chapel playback, memorial services, graveside ceremonies, reception areas, and family tribute videos, depending on the license terms selected at checkout.

Do we get proof of licensing?

Yes. Each purchase includes a license confirmation PDF with the order details. Keep it with the service file or send it to a venue, coordinator, or video editor when needed.

Can we preview tracks before client approval?

Yes. Free previews help you test mood, timing, and volume before the final purchase. After approval, download the clean licensed MP3 or WAV file for delivery and playback.

What format should we deliver to a chapel, venue, or editor?

MP3 is convenient for quick playback and sharing. WAV is better when the file will be edited into a memorial video, livestream replay, or final client deliverable.

What kind of music works best under readings or spoken tributes?

Use instrumental tracks with soft dynamics and simple phrases. Piano, strings, acoustic guitar, and light pads usually sit well under speech without covering names, dates, or readings.

Can this music be used in livestreams or online memorial videos?

Yes, licensed tracks can be used in online memorial videos and service replays. If the video will be uploaded to public platforms, use the “Hide Content ID” filter when choosing music.