Harps are a lot easier to play when you’re flying around up in the clouds. Once in a while, an angel will be seen playing a trumpet or perhaps a drum. That is, until you come across The Angel of St. Jimbo. read more
There is no clear reason for the harp to be the angels' instrument of choice. Share This Slide It's quite possible harps are a holdover from ancient Greek times, when the gods were often said to play lyres, as seen in the above painting of Apollo. read more