Dan Ellis Jazz Funeral -- A typical jazz funeral begins with a processional march by the family and friends, joined by a Jazz band. Throughout the march, the band plays very slowly and mournfully – such as: ‘Just a Closer Walk with Thee.’ A change in the tenor of the ceremony takes place, after either the deceased is buried, or when the hearse leaves the procession and members say their final good bye as they ‘cut the body loose.’ Then, the music becomes more upbeat.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Yep, getting closer
Yes --- 85 days until the Happening!
Just came back from New Orleans and my brother, Ed, verified that he will take the trip to Eureka and partake in the Funeral scenarios. Like they say -- "All's Well - That Ends Well!
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Monday, August 13, 2012
Friday, August 3, 2012
Remember Me
Poem by Jessie Heitzmann of Pass Christian, MS -- 8-1-2012
Remember Me
When comes the day I return to dust,
As inevitably we all must,
Lay me down, though not with tears,
But joy for all the happy years.
Remember me in all things I love,
A rainbow arc in the sky above,
In winds that sing to swaying trees,
And moonlight’s glow on velvet seas.
Remember me in a summer storm
With lightning streaks in brilliant form,
In an evening sunset’s fiery blush
And twilight’s quiet, sleepy hush.
My spirit will live on, I pray,
In all I’ve touched along the way.
And if thoughts of me invoke a smile,
I’ll know my life has been worthwhile.
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