Despite being the Muse of tragedy, the name Melpomene means “to celebrate with dances and songs.”

This is because tragedy is a challenging, powerful art that requires great intellect and imagination, with the purpose of invoking Pathos – the irrational instinct – to allow man to free himself from his animal nature and help him rise to the divine level.

Dear tragic friends, be proud to be inspired by Melpomene, and cherish her exorcising power!