Greek Music of Mikis Theodorakis
Recital Hall, Ann E. Pitzer Center
A tribute concert to the great Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis with the Orestis Koletsos Greek Ensemble.
Before the concert begins, there will be a projection of a short film A Revolution Begins (offered by Mr. Fondas Ladis).
Rebetiko, the urban musical tradition of Greece, has recently been recognized by Unesco as an “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.” This is a significant moment for the music culture of Greece.
Orestis Koletsos Greek Ensemble
Orestis Koletsos, bouzouki, vocals, and arrangements
Giannis Karalis, guitar, vocals
Panagiotis Papageorgiou, piano, vocals, and arrangements
Jaime Smith, violin
Free, no tickets required (Presented by the Sacramento State Hellenic Studies Program and the Department of Music, UC Davis).
