Orpheus was a legendary musician, poet and prophet in Greek mythology. His music was known for its soul-stirring beauty, and it was said that even the gods were captivated by it. His songs were said to have brought tears to the eyes of Apollo, and even Hades was said to have been moved by them, agreeing to release Eurydice from the underworld for a short period. His music had such an impact that even wild beasts and trees were said to have followed him, mesmerized by the sound.