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Musical Last Wishes™
The process is simple — professional caregivers, family members or friends may request a musical last wish concert, for those in a non-curative phase of treatment, tailored around a favorite style of music. The Swan Songs team takes over from there, finding the best musical match and will arrange an artist and concert date. Concerts are typically 30-40 minutes in length. There is no cost to the family or facility for these performances.
In addition to live and in-person, concerts can be presented as a pre-recorded, virtual concert, or in real time on the Zoom meeting platform. We have discovered that very meaningful connections can indeed occur – whatever the medium. Music always finds a way!
Gift of Song™
Gift of Song is a personalized musical tribute written and performed by Texas songwriter, George Ensle. Family members, friends or caregivers may request a song by completing the form below to provide inspiration for the song. There are melody and stylistic options to choose from, as part of the request process.
This music will not be performed live for the recipient. If the request is for an in-person concert, please see information for Musical Last Wishes concerts.
There is no cost to the family for this service. Please allow three weeks for the song's delivery. This opportunity is not restricted by the recipient’s location.
Swan Songs Writing Sessions™
The Swan Songs Writing Sessions program pairs an individual who is terminally ill or nearing the end of life with professional songwriter and artist, Darden Smith, to collaborate on a song that will capture the individual’s story and uniqueness and can be shared for years to come. Family or friends are welcome to be involved with the experience of creating this song.
Sessions are 60-90 minutes in length and can be completed in-person or online. The songwriter will produce a simple, professional studio recording for all involved.
Darden Smith has been helping individuals turn their stories into songs for almost two decades. Along with songwriting in the service of others, Darden has released 17 albums, published two books, written music for film, TV and theater and is the University of Texas Inaugural Songwriter-in-Residence.
This music will not be performed live for the recipient. If the request is for an in-person concert, please see information for Musical Last Wishes concerts.
There is no cost to the family for this service.
This opportunity is only open to recipients in the Austin, TX area at this time.