Catharine DeLong - harpist, hospice chaplain, interfaith minister, and music thanatologist- shares her thoughts on why the harp has long been considered an instrument of the gods.

More Info: This episode from the Art of Grief podcast is with music Thanatologist Catharine DeLong. This week’s podcast features an interview with harpist, hospice chaplain, interfaith minister, and music thanatologist Catharine DeLong. In this conversation, we learn that since ancient times, the harp has been considered an instrument of the gods because of its ability to soften boundaries, that DeLong and Harpo Marx took a lesson with the same teacher, and that there are fewer than 100 music thanatologists on the planet. Enjoy the beautiful music and deep reflections in this podcast. 
Photo by: Zaza Weissgerber 
Music performed live by Catharine DeLong

The Art of Grief Podcast
Through interviews with artists - writers, musicians, visual artists and storytellers - we explore how they use their craft to engage and re-design the architecture of their grief. As these artists discuss their work, a reassurance is offered - that though we might grieve alone, we are never alone in our grief. 

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