4 Traditions of the mandolin in Greece
A MUSICAL JOURNEY FROM ASIA MINOR TO ATHENS
AND FROM THE IONIAN ISLANDS TO CRETE
Music… Dance…. Theater…
Fun, Joy, Migration, Sorrow, Passion, Celebration…
Historical facts and human emotions…
Greece… end of 19th century…
An emotionally intense song… a separation… a journey… a love story…
From Asian Minor to Athens and from the Ionian Islands to Crete, in taverns, on stage, in aristocratic homes, in under balconies cantatas, at weddings and celebrations, in every corner the sound of the mandolin is heard.
In a musical performance, four different traditions, four different cultures of the mandolin in Greece are presented in a story connected to life and human emotion.
The idea for the project originated from the postgraduate thesis “Four Mandolin Traditions in Greece” by Maria and Elina Markatatou who were granted a scholarship from the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp for their work, in order to expand and enrich their research with the ultimate goal to farther analysis.
Great musicians from Greece, Spain and Belgium add more to the existing tradition and with their talent give an excellent performance for the audience.
We will be delighted to see you in our exquisite show where together we will travel to the sounds and aromas of Greece presenting the 4 traditions of the mandolin. The music, the dance, the theatre, the song and food will travel us to the authenticity of that age and present us with a beautiful atmosphere!
In cooperation with the dance group Lykeio Ellinidon of Heraklion and Belgriego, and our quest partner Michalis Kontaxakis, mandolinist from Crete.
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