Funeral musicians in Taormina

The churches of Taormina and the nearby towns are often small and intimate, with a few rows of pews and a nave where every sound reaches the back. In a space like this there is no need for more musicians: a single voice with the organ gives the celebration the right stillness without filling it. This is how Maestro Ilarion accompanies funerals: he sings and plays himself, from the start of Mass to the last farewell.

Taormina, Castelmola and the coast

The Cathedral of San Nicolò on Corso Umberto, the church of San Giuseppe overlooking Piazza IX Aprile, the sanctuary of the Madonna della Rocca above the town; then Castelmola, Giardini Naxos with the church of Santa Maria Raccomandata, Letojanni, Mazzarò, Forza d'Agrò. These places are only minutes apart, and the Maestro knows the area well.

For families who live far away

It often happens that children live in northern Italy or abroad and arrange the funeral from a distance, with only a few hours available. The Maestro can be contacted directly or through the funeral home: just give the church, day and time, at least 24 hours ahead. The music can be agreed by phone, and is confirmed with the parish priest.

The pieces

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. To see at which moment of the Mass each piece is sung, read the guide to church funeral songs.

Also near Taormina

Castelmola, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni, Mazzarò, Forza d'Agrò, Francavilla di Sicilia and the towns of the Alcantara valley.