Met with a significant group this morning to discuss the core of the "Eureka Jazz Band" to lead my Jazz Funeral.
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.
What a way to go, Uncle Danny! (Just don't really 'cut loose' any time soon, eh?)
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