Creating sacred space
for living and dying.

Catharine DeLong, CM-Th, Harpist
Music Thanatologist, Harp Teacher, End-of-Life Educator, Hospice Chaplain & Sound Journeys

Services

  • End-of-Life Music

    Catharine’s music supports patients and families to experience the dying process as a natural passage. Remote or in-person sessions available.

  • Officiant & Chaplain

    As an ordained interfaith minister, Catharine offers officiant services for important life events like blessings, weddings and funerals. She offers individuals and loved-ones companioning and consolation, holding space for all the emotions.

  • Sound Baths & Meditation

    Contemplative music is useful in calming both mind and body - inviting peace and creating space for meditation and reflection.

  • Private Harp Lessons

    Available for in-person or remote harp lessons. Contact for pricing and availability.

  • Death Education

    Catharine is core faculty with the Art of Dying Institute. She is available for one-on-one instruction or end-of-life workshops.

  • Exploring Climate Grief

    Catharine’s experience at the bedside of dying individuals informs her presence as a climate activist. She offers music in natural settings to soothe our dying planet.

Death Differently - Season 1: Episode 1

Season One of Death Differently features five episodes detailing unique approaches to death, dying, and grief. Catharine DeLong is featured the first episode of this profound work.

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“The energy in the room completely changed when Catharine started playing.”

– Patient’s Sister