Funeral musicians in Catania

Catania is a city where faith is lived in public, in the streets and at the feasts, and where grief too often finds its words in sung prayer. At a funeral Mass live music helps those present to gather and pray together. Maestro Ilarion, tenor and pianist, sings and accompanies himself on the organ for the whole celebration.

Churches in the city and the province

From the Cathedral of Sant'Agata to the neighbourhood parishes, from the Basilica della Collegiata to the churches of Misterbianco, Gravina and San Giovanni la Punta; and further out Acireale with its Cathedral, Giarre, Paternò, Adrano and the Calatino area. In every church the programme is agreed with the parish priest, who decides what suits the liturgy.

What is sung during the funeral Mass

The chants of the liturgy mark the entrance, the psalm, the offertory, communion and the final commendation. At communion or at the end of the celebration, when the priest agrees, the Ave Maria by Schubert or by Gounod and Panis Angelicus can be sung. A family may also ask for a piece their loved one cherished: the Maestro suggests the right moment or, if it is not allowed in church, an alternative close in meaning. All the details are in the guide to church funeral songs.

Timing and contact

At least one day's notice is needed. The family or the funeral home can call: the church, day and time are enough to confirm availability.

Also near Catania

Acireale, Misterbianco, Gravina di Catania, Giarre, Paternò, Adrano, Caltagirone and the other towns of the province and around Etna.