Theodorakis pursued a vision of music as a force for unity and freedom, often reflecting the struggles of the Greek people and becoming a symbol of artistic resistance.
Compositional Technique
Theodorakis developed a wide-ranging musical language that merged classical forms with Greek folk tradition and political expression.
Performer Biography
Kornilios Michailidis, the conductor and pianist on this album, won the Tokyo International Conducting Competition in 2024.
Composer Biography
Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021) was Greece's most internationally renowned composer and one of its most influential cultural figures, mentored by Olivier Messiaen.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Rehearsal Hall of the Megaron Concert Hall in Athens, Greece, from June 10-15, 2024.
Performer Biography
The Athens State Orchestra, founded in the late 19th century, is the oldest symphonic ensemble in Greece and has hosted renowned conductors and soloists like Strauss, Mitropoulos, and Rostropovich.
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