[Dixielandjazz] Bagpipes at Funerals

[Steve Barbone]

Ginny mentioned bagpipes at funerals, especially Firemen and Policemen and
asks if it occurs in places other that he area (St. Louis, Mo, USA)

Yes, also a tradition here in Philadelphia. See following website which says
in  part:  <http://regimentalpipers.com/piping/articles/funeraltips.htm>

Music is important part of any funeral service. The bagpipes have been
commemorating the loss of loved ones with music at funeral services for
hundreds of years. Many people associate bagpipes with funerals and this is
because they powerfully touch our deepest emotions; the haunting voice of
the bagpipe express feelings that words alone may fail to convey.

Also see <http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/05075/472256.stm>

Cheers,
Steve Barbone