The term 'mythical lyre player' refers to two characters from Greek mythology: ERATO and Orpheus. ERATO was the muse of lyric poetry in Greek mythology, and was often depicted playing a lyre. Orpheus was a legendary musician, poet, and prophet in ancient Greek religion and myth. He was renowned for his ability to charm all living things and even stones with his music. He was also said to have been able to journey to the underworld and bring his wife back from the dead with his music.