Singer for Irish funeral services and wakes across Britain
Popular songs Seán is asked to perform at Irish funeral services and gravesides
The Classic ballad 'The Parting Glass'
Seán Brady performs at funeral mass services, wakes, and graveside ceremonies throughout Britain
Some of the venues across the country that Seán has performed at recently range from Greater London based locations including; Forty Hall in Enfield, Ganley’s Irish Pub in Morden, The Railway Pub in Putney, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Centre in Shepherds Bush and nationwide in The Sacred Heart Club in Aston, Birmingham, The Unison Sports and Social Club in Merseyside, Hollybrook Cemetery in Southampton, Butlers Club in Scunthorpe, and many more locations across Britain.
Available as a solo performer, duo or band, Seán Brady offers a repertoire of classic Irish songs and hymns — including Danny Boy, The Parting Glass, The Fields of Athenry, Amazing Grace, I Watch the Sunrise and many more
Whether performing solo with acoustic guitar or accompanied by fellow Irish musicians, Seán Brady ensures a memorable Irish farewell for loved ones.
“We hired Sean for my dad’s Celebration of Life and were so happy we did. He performed most of Dad’s favourite songs and even learnt a few especially for the occasion, which touched us greatly. He was brilliant at interacting with the crowd, and everyone had a fantastic time. He really helped make the celebration such a special and memorable day. Highly recommended. Thanks so much, Sean!”
Darran T – October 2026
“Hi Seán. I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the music on Thursday evening. It was exactly what we wanted….great Irish songs which Dad would have loved but also allowed people to chat and mingle at the start of the evening. Later on, people danced, but we needed your type of songs for that part of the wake. The whole evening was perfect and I wouldn’t change a thing. Thanks again for a great performance “.
☘️ Melanie T – June 2026
“Hi Sean, just a note of thanks for your entertainment last night, everyone thought you were great! Very impressed with your performance. Hope you got back ok. I’ll spread the word for those looking for a singer”.
All the best – Rachael ☘️
“Sean, your singing really gave my Fathers funeral service at both the church and graveside a personal touch that was very fitting. Nothing was too much trouble and you were so helpful in every step of the way! You made it personal to us as a family, you truly have a wonderful voice. Thank you again Sean”
🍀🇮🇪 Elaine M
Jealous of the Angels
‘Jealous of the Angels’ is one of the most requested songs that Seán performs regularly at funeral masses and gravesides.
Feel free to call or WhatsApp Seán to discuss your requirements
The Fields of Athenry
The classic Irish ballad written by the legendary Pete St John is a constantly requested favourite.
Carrickfergus
The beautiful ballad from county Antrim ‘Carrickfergus’, is another often requested Irish ballad that Seán performs.
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“Hi Seán, just wanted to drop you a note to say a very heartfelt thank you for making Mums day so special. Everyone was so complimentary. Mum would have loved her day so I’m glad I had you there. I gave your number out on Saturday and will continue to share at any opportunity. Wishing you all the best”. Take care,
Des 👍🏻🇮🇪☘️.
“Hi Sean, I just wanted to say thank you so much for yesterday. Your singing and playing at Mums funeral was beautiful. She would have loved it. It made a sad day a very special one”.
Karen F.
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Seán can also include a fiddle player, uilleann piper, banjo player, concertina player, tin whistle player or accordionist to his line up if required.
Seán Brady performs at Irish funeral services, graveside and wakes anywhere in England, Scotland or Wales. Locations where he's performed over the past year include: Basildon, Bedfordshire, Birmingham, Braintree, Burton on Trent, Cardiff, Colchester, Coventry, Derbyshire, Essex, Hampshire, Kent, Leeds, Leicester, Central and Greater London, Manchester, Merseyside, Nottingham, Rugby, Scunthorpe, Southampton, Surrey and Sussex.
The most popular songs and hymns Seán gets asked to sing at Irish wakes & funerals
Songs
A Mothers Loves a Blessing
Carrickfergus
Danny Boy
Fields of Athenry
Galway Bay
Grace
I’ll Take You Home Again Kathleen
Jealous of the Angels
My Old Sligo Home
The Old Man
The Parting Glass
This is My Homeland
Toora Loora Loora (Irish Lullaby)
When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
Wind Beneath My Wings
Hymns
Abide With Me
As I Kneel Before You
How Great Thou Art
I Watch the Sunrise
Let it Be
Make Me a Channel of Your Peace
Morning Has Broken
Old Rugged Cross
One Day at a Time
The Lord’s My Shepherd
This World is Not My Home
FAQs
A typical church funeral mass will have room for up to 4 songs or hymns. A crematorium chapel service is usually shorter so 3 would generally be the maximum.
That would usually be 3-4 maximum.
Yes in most cases. I’m able to sing most hymns. I’ll be able to provide advice on that at the time of booking and make a few suggestions where needed.
You are welcome to compile a selection of your choice from my song lists here: If a song you’d like me to sing is not on the list, I can often learn it for the day, time permitting.
Most priests are fine with one or two Irish ballads during a mass, but some only allow hymns. It’s best to discuss that with the priest beforehand. I can sing almost any Irish ballad of your choice pending the above. Priests rarely permit ‘Rebel’ songs during a mass. At a graveside there is no restriction. I have performed ‘Kevin Barry’ ‘Grace’, ‘Boolavogue’ and similar songs at gravesides.
At most church services a PA isn’t needed, due to the generally good acoustics and availability of the podium for me to use with the church microphone and PA. Alternatively I can bring the latest BOSE S1 powered speaker for church services and at the graveside (also works with battery) if needed @ £30 extra. I use a larger, more powerful BOSE array PA system for wakes.
You can see and hear my audio samplers and videos here. If you search for me on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Google Play, etc, you will also find most of my singles and albums.
You can find my fees here. To get a quote for areas outside of the M25 area to include travel, WhatsApp me or call me on 07877 819255.
The vast majority of funeral mass bookings are performed solo with guitar and a Bose PA. I do not generally use backing tracks except for some hymns by arrangement. Wake bookings are also mainly by me in a solo format but I often use a banjo, fiddle or concertina player in my duo and band line up.
The main members of my band play banjo, fiddle, concertina and bass. The duo includes one of the above and the 3 piece band a combination of the musicians of your preference based on availability at the time of your booking.
I cover the entire country and regularly play across England and Wales as well as occasionally in Scotland. Recent gigs outside of London include The Raglan Road Irish Pub in Nottingham, The Auld Chimp, Urmston, Manchester The White Hart, Braintree, Bracknell Rugby Club and many more, details available on request.
Depending on the location there may be a travel cost involved. This will always be kept to a minimum and included in your quote. There is NO vat payable.
A standard booking is for 2 hours including 1 x 15 minute break. A further option is 3 x 45 minute sets. It is often possible to extend the playing time on the day for an extra fee.
Feel free to call me directly on 07877 819255. You can also click on the WhatsApp logo at the bottom of your screen or use the enquiry form.
Yes, the majority of services I perform at are in Catholic churches. In some churches, usually at the discretion of the priest, non religious songs are not permitted at a funeral mass. Therefore it’s always best to run that by him before compiling the order of service.At a graveside or a crematorium chapel that is not an issue.
More previous bookers feedback
“We hired Sean for my dad’s Celebration of Life and were so happy we did. He performed most of Dad’s favourite songs and even learnt a few especially for the occasion, which touched us greatly. He was brilliant at interacting with the crowd, and everyone had a fantastic time. He really helped make the celebration such a special and memorable day. Highly recommended. Thanks so much, Sean!”
Darran T.
“I would like to thank Seán Brady and his Uilleann piper for their brilliant performances at my Mother’s recent funeral and wake. They were both very professional and very respectful in every way and excellent musicians. They helped so much to make the day a memorable one. I cannot thank them enough and would not hesitate to recommend them. Look them up on You Tube, you will not be disappointed. Thank you both so much”.
Barbara T.
“Sean played at my Mums funeral. The music was beautiful and made a hard day feel very special. Thank you.”
Frances.
“Dear Sean, I would like to thank you and your fellow musicians for the great send off that you gave to my father, the comments that I have received have all been how great the music was and how much my father would have approved and to see my mother happy at the end of a sad day for us all is a testament to you and your band. I will always remember that day and if I am ever asked do I know of a good Irish band I will have no hesitation to mention you. Once again on behalf of my family I thank you and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year.
Many Thanks”,
Raymond.
“Hello Sean and happy Easter to you. Just a short note to say a huge thank you for performing at our mum’s funeral. You were so professional from the first point of contact and made life very easy for us when that really mattered. Your performance was exactly what we wanted and set the tone beautifully for the service. All our relatives and friends, many of whom had flown in from Ireland, commented on the beautiful music. We would certainly not hesitate to recommend you. Many thanks again and all the best Sean”.
Maggie.
“Hi Sean, Would like to say a big thank you to you and your band for making Mum’s wake a great celebration, she would be thrilled with the music and I am sure she was tapping away to the play list. Once again a big thank you from all the family for making the day a true celebration. Kind Regards,”
Leo P.
“Hi Sean. Thank you so much for the lovely songs you added to such a special day. I couldn’t have been happier with what you did for me. Dad would have been in his element if he was there. I loved your How Great Thou Art in particular. Can’t tell you how grateful I am. Take care and all the best”,
Rita.
“Hi Seán – Just a quick message to thank you and your fellow musician for your wonderful duo performance at Waverley Arms. It was much appreciated and enjoyed. Once again thank you for your professionalism”.
Claire.
“Sorry for the late reply Sean. You and your band made my late mothers funeral the most wonderful occasion I wanted it to be. Without you it would have been nice, but you added a very special dynamic. I will be booking you again Sean but for a happier occasion. Take care and thanks”.
John H.
“Sean, sorry for the delay in sending this but just wanted to thank you and the lads for putting on such an amazing set. The songs and music by the graveside will never be forgotten. You do what you do well so thank you so much. No hesitations in recommending to friends and family Thank you again”.
James.
“Hi Sean, thanks for the performance on Wednesday at moms funeral. You did a great set and everyone loved it. The only one problem was we didn’t want you to stop! We carried on for a good while after and had as good time as anyone can at a funeral. Also enjoyed the few conversations we had about our history, parents, etc. Thanks again”-
John G.
“Sean – all my family and I would like you to know and for you to pass on to the band that they were fantastic at my mother’s wake yesterday – they made it the perfect send off for her for her family and friends all of whom have been steeped in the traditional music and the ballads and songs of Ireland – can’t praise them enough – they made the day – thanks, and thanks again”
Stephen.
“Been away for a while, just like to say thanks to you and the boys, it was fitting for dear old Dads send off. Thanks a million, Kind regards”,
Mark.
“Sean, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your singing yesterday. You were absolutely perfect and sang and played so beautifully” My dad would have loved it even more than we did. Thank you for that great memory”.
Moira xx.
“Hi Sean, I just wanted to touch base and say thank you so much for all your efforts. My mum would have been so happy at the way you got everyone together with your music. All those there expressed how great a day you made it, making a sad occasion into a joyous one, which is what we wanted. I have also passed on your details to various members of my friends and family so I guess it won’t be to long until I hear you guys again. So thank you again Sean from every one in the O’****** party. God bless”,
Phil O.
“Hi Sean, May we first say how pleased we were with your performance at my Dads funeral. We were especially pleased with the song Mother Ireland “Come Home Paddy” that you learned for the day, it was one of my Dad’s favourite songs. You helped to make a sad day very special. All who attended commented on how good you were, we will track you down and come and see you in the future”. All the best,
Ken & Mairead.
Sean, I just wanted to say, sincere thanks to you guys for making the Wake on Friday a fantastic celebration for my Mum. You were the icing on the cake for us and we’re very grateful! Also I hope Millwall have a good season.:-)
Cheers,
Kevin.
*“Thanks again Sean for the great set for Joy who was surely looking down on this great celebration. Also for the fantastic last song ‘Will you go lassie go’ which was one of the many favourites of Joy and I was singing it in hospital for Joy too. Thanks again and good that the Inn on the Lake have your details as they should have recommendations for wakes etc and we may have another celebration so will contact you again. All the best for the future”.
Paul.
*“Sean’s singing at your mother’s funeral was perfect, lovely voice”.
*“I just wanted to say Thankyou for making the funeral service for my mother so beautiful with your singing. You really added to the service on this sad occasion. Your voice and song choice brought out happy memories of a mother so dearly loved”.
*“What can I say Sean, voice was wonderful, both in the church at the graveside”.
*“The music and voice of Sean at your mother’s funeral was perfect for a lady who will remain forever in our hearts Thankyou”.
*All of the above are excerpts from individual attendees at a funeral service and graveside performance in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
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