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09 / AUG / 2014 --- “From Tsitsanis to Theodorakis”by musicians of the orchestra «Mikis Theodorakis» Venue: Sani Hill Two separate, different worlds come together at this concert: the world of the 'patriarch' of rembetiko, Vassilis Tsitsanis (1915-1984) and the world of the globally acclaimed composer Mikis Theodorakis (b. 1925). Both served the popular music of their homeland, each in his own way and with his own musical 'tools'. However, their popular musical thoughts coincide at places. Mikis Theodorakis carved out a multifaceted musical career that covers almost the entire spectrum of the art of sound – but it was popular music that enabled him to directly communicate with Greeks throughout the world. Thus, the coexistence of the songs of these two great composers, as attempted in this original programme, does not appear to clash. On the contrary, when combined, the songs of Vassilis Tsitsanis and Mikis Theodorakis create an enchanting musical web,, a unique musical programme that can at once cause joy and emotion. The timeless songs of the two composers that have already secured a place in our memories and hearts will be performed by four acclaimed singers: Vassilis Lekkas, Gerasimos Andreatos, Yiota Nega and Sofia Papazoglou. They will be accompanied by the 'Mikis Theodorakis' Popular Orchestra.
LINE-UP ‘MikisTheodorakis’ Orchestra VassilisLekkas Gerasimos Andreatos Giota Negka Sofia Papazoglou 14 / AUG / 2014 --- Eleftheria Arvanitaki, ‘Tell me a word...’A musical journey to Greek Films with the participation of Nikos Portokaloglou and the Cyclades Orchestra directed by Nikos Kypourgos Venue: Sani Hill
Together, they will croon familiar tunes we came to love on the silver screen, written by major Greek composers, such as Mikis Theodorakis, Manos Hadjidakis, Stavros Xarchakos, Eleni Karaindrou, Nikos Papazoglou, Nikos Xydakis, Stamatis Kraounakis, Nikos Kypourgos and others. Those who attend the event will enjoy timeless and timely songs at an unprecedented concert that will enchant, move and excite everyone fortunate enough to be there... LINE-UP Arvanitaki Eleftheria Portokaloglou Nikos CYCLADES ORCHESTRA ORCHESTRA CONDUCTOR Kypourgos Nikolaos MUSICIANS Chatzigrigoriou Eleni -violin, flute Sound: George Karyotis, Harris Kremmidas Source www.sanifestival.gr |
The 'Mikis Theodorakis' Popular Orchestra was founded in May 1997 by musicians-associates of Mikis Theodorakis who were connoisseurs of his work, aiming at promoting his work and striving to achieve their goal through concerts, performances, television appearances and album recordings.
Eleftheria Arvanitaki, with her characteristic crystalline voice and accompanied by the beloved songwriter Nikos Portokaloglou – whose major successes include songs written for the cinema, such as 'Thalassa Mou Skotini' (My Dark Sea) and 'Ti Leipei' (What Is Missing), performed uniquely by Eleftheria Arvanitaki – and the exceptional composer Nikos Kypourgos, will provide the audience of Sani Festival with a unique music experience..