Royalty-Free Funeral Slideshow Music (Free to Download)
These tracks are cleared for memorial use — no licensing fees, no copyright worries. Press play to preview, download the MP3, or jump straight into the slideshow maker and build a tribute with the music already in place.
Photographs
A short, tender piano opening — soft and unhurried. Lovely as an intro before the photos begin, or for a brief montage of cherished snapshots.
Echoes in the Quiet
Sparse, gentle piano that leaves room to breathe. A quiet backdrop for reflection and early childhood photos.
Hands on the Piano Keys
An intimate piano piece that rises and falls with feeling — for the moments that bring both tears and smiles.
Hymn for the Quiet Departing
A solemn, hymn-like melody with a sacred feel. Well suited to a faith-centered service or a reverent farewell.
Ashes in the Woodgrain
Warm, contemplative tones that invite remembrance. A grounding choice for a life-in-pictures montage.
Green Hills Farewell
Gentle and quietly uplifting, with a sense of peace and hope. Beautiful for celebrating a life well lived.
Mama's Old Kitchen Light
Cozy and nostalgic, like the memory of home. Perfect for family photos and everyday moments together.
Bittersweet Platform
Tender yet bittersweet — the ache of goodbye softened by gratitude. A fitting heart for the tribute.
A Life Well Laughed
Bright and life-affirming, honoring joy and laughter. A wonderful closer for a celebration of life.
Every one of these tracks is built into the memorial video maker, so you can switch between them while you preview your slideshow and pick whatever feels right.
Create a memorial video
A beautiful tribute video, ready to share or play at the service
Popular Funeral Songs for a Slideshow
Sometimes a familiar song says it best. These are some of the most-requested songs for funeral and memorial slideshows. Use the players below to listen, then read the note on copyright that follows.
See You Again
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth
Tears in Heaven
Eric Clapton
Time to Say Goodbye
Andrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman
My Heart Will Go On
Celine Dion
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole
Supermarket Flowers
Ed Sheeran
Wind Beneath My Wings
Bette Midler
Hallelujah
k.d. lang
Create a memorial video
A beautiful tribute video, ready to share or play at the service
Royalty-Free vs. Popular Songs: What to Know
The popular songs above are wonderful to play at a service, but they are copyrighted. That is fine for a private gathering, yet it can cause problems if you want to upload or share the slideshow online — platforms like YouTube and Facebook may mute the audio or block the video.
If you plan to share the finished video, a royalty-free track avoids that risk entirely. The FuneralFolio tracks at the top of this page are cleared for memorial use, so your tribute will play anywhere without takedowns or muted sound. When in doubt, preview a royalty-free option first — many families are surprised by how moving they are.
How to Choose the Right Song
- Match the tone of the service. A reverent hymn suits a traditional funeral; an uplifting melody fits a celebration of life.
- Think about the lyrics. Instrumental tracks let the photos speak; lyrics can be powerful, but make sure the words fit.
- Mind the length. Most slideshows run two to four minutes — about one song. Aim for roughly 5 seconds per photo.
- Consider where it will be shared. Playing it once at the service, or posting it online? See the copyright note above.
Create Your Funeral Slideshow
When you have found the song that feels right, the rest is simple: upload your photos, choose your music, and preview a finished tribute in minutes. There is nothing to install and no account required to get started.
For step-by-step guidance on gathering photos, ordering them, and timing the music, see our full guide on how to create a funeral slideshow.