Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021) was one of the most important Greek composers and an emblematic personality of the world music and cultural scene. He became internationally known with his work “Zorbas”, whose music was identified with Greece and loved all over the world. His compositions, which include symphonic works, operas, and songs of poetry set to music, touch on universal themes of freedom and justice.

Theodorakis’ music was closely associated with the resistance against the dictatorship in Greece, while his political work made him a symbol of struggle and freedom internationally. He has collaborated with world-renowned artists and his music has been performed in leading concert halls and festivals. His multidimensional contribution to art and his political activity made him a deeply influential figure both in Greece and internationally.

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ERT tribute

UNESCO: Tribute to Mikis Theodorakis