Harp Program
Through a generous gift from an anonymous donor, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is pleased to offer the services of a harpist to play throughout the medical center to promote a healing environment that complements its world-class care. The harpist plays in a variety of locations throughout the hospital including the lobbies, patient care units, and in visitor waiting areas.
BIDMC hopes that the live harp music will be a source of serenity and joy to all who have the opportunity to hear it.
To request a visit from the harpist, please contact the Social Work Department
Quotes from Patients, Families and Staff:
"there is something truly wonderful, calming, and deeply touching about hearing the music, even if it is only a few notes as one is flying through the corridor” - Infectious Disease RN
“the sound of the music made everything bad fade away” - Medical patient
“what a treat and instant relaxation to come into the Shapiro Center or Farr Building and be greeted by the lilting sounds of the harpist. It is a lovely welcome to patients and visitors" - Cancer patient
