TAPS for Veterans & First Responders

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Our veteran-led nonprofit provides the ceremonial playing of TAPS for funeral and memorial services, delivering a dignified and respectful tribute to honor our nation’s veterans. Services include:

• TAPS Honors – Ceremonial playing of TAPS in accordance with military funeral honors traditions

Families and funeral directors may request a TAPS trumpeter to provide the ceremonial playing of TAPS during funeral or memorial services. To submit a request, please provide the honoree’s name, branch or department, rank or title, service date, and service location.

A trained trumpeter will perform TAPS in accordance with military funeral honors traditions, ensuring a dignified and respectful tribute to the honoree’s service.

• Our team will review the request and confirm trumpeter availability within 24–48 hours

Questions? Call us at 323-287-2911 or email Mr. Saldana at rsaldana@funeralhonorsliaison.org

 Veteran-Led & Experienced: Our musicians understand ceremony, timing, and respect.

• Professional & Reliable: Skilled in performing both veteran and first responder honors.

• Customized Ceremonies: Music tailored to the honoree’s military service or first responder role. 

• Trusted by Families & Agencies: Funeral homes, cemeteries, and departments count on us for dignified services. 

• Nonprofit Dedication: Focused solely on honoring service and sacrifice.

Q: Can the TAPS trumpeter coordinate with the firing party or bugler?A: Yes. Our TAPS trumpeters coordinate closely with the firing party, color guard, and other ceremonial elements to ensure proper timing and protocol.

Q: Do you provide TAPS for first responder memorials?A: Yes. We provide the ceremonial playing of TAPS for police, fire, and EMS memorial services.

Q: Which locations do you serve?A: We serve all of Southern California. Please contact us if your service is outside this area.

Q: Can a TAPS trumpeter perform on short notice?A: Yes. Availability for urgent or short-notice requests may be possible. Please call directly for immediate assistance.

Q: Can your team coordinate with a firing party or color guard?A: Yes. Our team can coordinate TAPS with military funeral honors elements, including the firing party and color guard, when applicable.

Q: Is there a service fee for TAPS?A: There is no fee for the ceremonial playing of TAPS provided in coordination with eligible Veterans Funeral Honors. For non-eligible or special requests, please contact us for additional information.