Funeral musicians in Calabria
Between Messina and Reggio Calabria there are only a few kilometres of sea and many families divided between the two shores. Maestro Ilarion crosses the Strait to accompany funerals in Calabria: he sings and plays on his own, at the organ or the piano, for the whole funeral Mass.
Reggio, Villa San Giovanni and the coast
In Reggio Calabria the Cathedral and the neighbourhood parishes, the sanctuary of the Madonna della Consolazione at the Eremo; on the Strait Villa San Giovanni, Scilla, Bagnara Calabra, Palmi; further north Vibo Valentia, Pizzo, Tropea with its Cathedral, and inland Lamezia Terme, Catanzaro and Cosenza.
The journey
From Sicily the Strait ferry makes the crossing: for Reggio and Villa San Giovanni a few hours' planning are enough, for places further away a little more. In every case the minimum notice is 24 hours.
What is sung
The chants of the liturgy, the Ave Maria by Schubert or Gounod, Panis Angelicus and, if the priest allows it, a piece chosen by the family. The moments of the Mass and the pieces that suit them are in the guide to church funeral songs.
Also near Reggio Calabria
Villa San Giovanni, Scilla, Bagnara Calabra, Palmi, Vibo Valentia, Pizzo, Tropea, Lamezia Terme, Catanzaro and Cosenza.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Maestro come from Sicily for a funeral in Reggio Calabria?
Yes: he crosses the Strait by ferry. At least one day's notice is needed.
Does he also sing in Tropea, Vibo Valentia or Cosenza?
Yes, throughout Calabria; for places further from the Strait it is best to get in touch as early as possible.
Who should contact him?
The family or the funeral home, giving the church, day and time of the funeral.
Church funerals in Calabria: more pages
Funeral musicians near Reggio Calabria: Messina.