What is funeral march of the marionettes?

"The Funeral March of the Marionettes" is a classical work composed by French composer Charles Gounod. It was written in 1872 and later became popular as the theme music for the television show, Alfred Hitchcock Presents. The piece is scored for a solo piano or orchestra and its somber tone depicts the macabre scene of marionettes being carried off to a funeral. The main melody is played in a twisted and haunting way, giving a sense of unease to the listener. The piece has also been used in various cultural references, including for the soundtrack of the horror film, Carnival of Souls.