A musical journey through the melodies of the Eastern Mediterranean, with stops in rebetiko, Smyrnaic songs, and the Aegean islands. For the first time, the ensemble will collaborate with Zekiye Yürekli from Turkey, exploring shared musical paths as part of the festival.
Performers:
Zekiye Yürekli: Vocals
Nikos Paraoulakis: Ney, Flute
Giorgos Kontogiannis: Three-string & Four-string Cretan Lyra
Stefanos Dobarakis: Kanun, Vocals
Alexandros Kapsokavadis: Politiko, Greek & Cretan Lute, Vocals
Theodoros Koulis: Double Bass, Vocals
Manousos Klapakis: Percussion