Experience the Perfect Musical Tribute for Your Loved Ones
The Magpies bring heartfelt music to honor and celebrate the lives of your loved ones
Versatile Music Selection
Engaging Live Performance
Memorable Event Experience
Music for Wakes
At The Magpies, we understand the importance of creating a respectful and memorable atmosphere for wakes. With our wide variety of music, including Oldies, Classics, Country, Pop, and Gospel, we provide a soothing and uplifting musical experience for your event. Our years of experience and passion for music ensure that we will be on time, dressed appropriately, and dedicated to providing your guests with a selection of music that honors the memory of your loved one and creates a comforting environment for all attendees.
Why Choose The Magpies for Your Wake?
The Magpies understand the importance of creating a comforting and uplifting atmosphere during a wake. With our vast repertoire of oldies, classics, country, pop, and gospel music, we provide a diverse selection that resonates with all guests. Our ability to connect with our audience and get them singing along, tapping their toes, and enjoying the music sets us apart.
With over 15 years of experience performing together, we bring professionalism, reliability, and a deep love for music to every event. Cindy’s exceptional talents on keyboard, guitar, and saxophone, combined with Amanda’s captivating vocals cultivated during her time in Nashville, create a truly unique and memorable musical experience. We are dedicated to making your wake a special and meaningful occasion for all in attendance.
Sample Playlist for Wedding Receptions
Explore a sample of our playlist below, thoughtfully curated to provide a comforting and reflective atmosphere for your loved one’s remembrance. We personalize each selection to honor their memory and create a peaceful space for reflection and connection.
This selection highlights our ability to blend timeless classics with soothing melodies, offering a meaningful musical backdrop for wakes and memorial services.
- Bring it To Me – Sam Cooke
- Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
- December of ’63 – Four Seasons
- Downtown – Petula Clark
- Going to the Chapel – Dixie Cups
- I Can’t Help Myself ( Sugarpie Honeybunch) Four Tops
- My Girl – The Temptations
- Runaway – Del Shannon
- Up on the Roof – The Drifters
Book The Magpies for an Unforgettable Musical Tribute
The Magpies offer a diverse and captivating musical experience, perfect for honoring the memory of your loved one at a wake. With over 15 years of experience, Cindy and Amanda will provide a seamless and moving performance that pays tribute to your loved one’s life. Our wide repertoire of oldies, classics, country, pop, and gospel music ensures that there is something for everyone in attendance. From tender ballads to uplifting gospel, The Magpies will create a warm and comforting atmosphere for your event. Trust us to arrive on time, dressed professionally, and ready to provide your guests with a musical selection that will leave a lasting impression.
- LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE: Professional, engaging live music tailored to your event.
- PERSONALIZED SETLIST: We work with you to customize the playlist to suit your wedding's theme and your personal preferences.
- STATE-OF-THE-ART SOUND EQUIPMENT: Ensuring crystal clear sound quality, no matter the size of your venue.
- PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING: Ambient lighting to enhance the performance and set the mood.
- SETUP AND TEARDOWN: We handle all logistics of setting up and packing down equipment, so you don’t have to worry.
- TRAVEL WITHIN [SPECIFY RANGE]: Travel costs included for venues within a certain distance from our base in Victoria.
- DEDICATED MUSIC CONSULT: A point of contact who will work with you to plan every musical detail.
The Magpies Wakes Guide: Creating a Memorable Musical Tribute
When choosing The Magpies for your wake, you are selecting experienced, professional musicians who understand the sensitivity and importance of the occasion. With over 15 years of experience performing at wakes, we bring a respectful and comforting approach to our music. Our diverse repertoire includes oldies, classics, country, pop, and gospel, ensuring that there is ‘something for everyone’ to remember and celebrate the life of your loved one. By choosing The Magpies, you can trust that we will arrive on time, dressed appropriately, and provide beautiful and moving music that will resonate with your guests, creating a truly memorable tribute for your loved one.
Book The Magpies in Three Easy Steps
Inquire About Availability & Pricing
Start by reaching out to us to check our availability for your wedding date and to receive a detailed pricing guide. We're here to provide quick and clear responses to help you plan your big day.
Secure
Your Date
Once you decide to proceed, we'll send you an online contract. Review, sign, and secure your date by submitting the booking fee through our secure online system, ensuring that The Magpies will be there to enhance your wedding.
Schedule a Music Consultation
After securing your date, we'll schedule a detailed music consultation meeting. This is your opportunity to discuss all the event logistics, music preferences, and any special requests you have for your ceremony. We'll make sure everything is tailored perfectly to your vision.
FAQs – Live Music for Wakes & Memorial Services by The Magpies
We offer a soothing and heartfelt selection of Classics, Gospel, and other reflective melodies to create a peaceful and comforting atmosphere for remembrance.
Absolutely. We understand the importance of personal touches and will do our best to honor your requests to make the service as meaningful as possible.
Our performances usually range from 30 minutes to an hour, but we can adjust based on your needs, whether for background music or specific moments during the service.
Yes, we bring professional sound equipment to ensure a seamless experience. We can also coordinate with the venue if they have an existing sound system to ensure everything runs smoothly.
We understand that wakes and memorial services are often planned on short notice. We do our best to accommodate last-minute requests and will work with you to provide the music that best honors your loved one.
