ERT World: “Hommage à Mikis Theodorakis”
“Hommage à Mikis Theodorakis”
The special tribute-concert to Mikis Theodorakis
is coming on ERT World
Monday 29 July 2024, 18:00 (Athens time)
On the occasion of the centenary of Mikis Theodorakis’s birth (July 29, 1925) ERT World will exclusively broadcast the concert “Hommage à Mikis Theodorakis”, on Monday 29 July 2024, 18:00 (Athens time).
The Greek choir “Odyssée”, under the direction of Isidore-Nicolas Cosmides, performs songs by Mikis Thodorakis at the Center Oecumenique Saint-Marc, in Grenoble, France.
Isidore-Nicolas Cosmides, the director of the choir, is accompanied by thirty-seven performers and musicians, who passionately interpret the songs of the great composer in front of an enthusiastic audience of Greeks and French residents of Grenoble.
The Greek community of Grenoble was formed by refugees from Asia Minor, after the Catastrophe of 1922. The Greeks, bringing with them their traditions and cultural heritage, quickly organized themselves into societies with the aim of preserving the Greek language, culture and Orthodox faith.
Today, approximately 200 active community members continue the tradition of preserving and disseminating Greek culture. The “Orpheus” club (Association Orphée) and other clubs actively contribute to this effort.
60% of the “Odyssée” choir members are French. The members devote time and effort to studying and performing the Greek songs optimally. Rehearsals include not only musical preparation, but also learning the Greek language and pronunciation, to ensure the authenticity of the performances.
The choir participates in various events and festivals on a non profit basis, presenting a repertoire that includes traditional Greek songs, Byzantine music and modern Greek compositions.
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Photo: Concert Grenoble
