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Rebetika Across Time Friday 13th June 2025 @ The Jericho Book Now Step into the world of Rebetika with three of Greece’s finest musicians—Fotis Vergopoulos, Avgerini Gatsi, and Kostis Kostakis (members of Rebetiko band Rebeti)—joined by London-based singer Andria Antoniou. Together, they bring the timeless sounds of the Gramophone era into the present, touching upon… Continue reading Rebetika Across Time (Oxford)

Mountain Echoes with Alkanna Graeca Friday 6th June 2025 @ DB Music Book Now Experience the voices of Alkanna Graeca as they intertwine the ancient folk traditions of the Balkans, Mediterranean, and Black Sea, forging a sound both primal and transcendent. Rooted in the rich polyphonic traditions of the Balkans, their voices—earthy yet ethereal—carry the… Continue reading Mountain Echoes

Pre-war Rebetiko and Greek folk with Zeeya Tuesday 10th June 2025 @ DB Music Book Now Zeeya is a dynamic, experimental guitar-violin duo based in London, playing a repertoire of pre-war (WWII) Rebetiko and folk Greek music. The ‘Laiki kithara’ (folk guitar) and the violin became increasingly important instruments in the urban folk music of… Continue reading Pre-war Rebetiko and Greek folk

Philosophy and Rebetiko Friday 13th June 2025 @ DB Music Book Now Philosophy and Rebetiko with Katerina Clambaneva and Miriam Cohen Christofidis An evening of philosophical enquiry and rebetiko music celebrating women in rebetiko. At this moment in time, we need more opportunities for connection and coming together. Join us for an evening celebrating women… Continue reading Philosophy and Rebetiko

Rebetiko Sergiani with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis Saturday 21st June 2025 @ The Folklore Rooms A rebetiko duo with nearly 15 years of collaboration, Alekos and Akis bring a repertoire spanning all eras of rebetiko (pre-, mid-, and post-war). Their performance will transport you to the vibrant streets of Old Athens and the underground… Continue reading Rebetiko Sergiani with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis (21-6)

Yares with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis Monday 14th April 2025 @ Green Note Book Now Fotis and Nicolas formed Yarès in an effort to share their love for rebetiko and make the songs they enjoy known to the public abroad. They have been active for more than three years and have performed in various… Continue reading Yares

Greek Roots Series – The Usual Suspects with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis Sunday 13th April 2025 @ Green Note Book Now The usual suspects of our music community are getting together to celebrate the countdown to our upcoming festival performing favourite rebetiko songs. Our 2025 Festival is approaching, starting on the first of June!… Continue reading Greek Roots Series – The Usual Suspects

Rebetiko Sergiani with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis Wednesday 18th June 2025 @ Jamboree Book Now A rebetiko duo with nearly 15 years of collaboration, Alekos and Akis bring a repertoire spanning all eras of rebetiko (pre-, mid-, and post-war). Their performance will transport you to the vibrant streets of Old Athens and the underground… Continue reading Rebetiko Sergiani with Alekos Tsolakis and Akis Pitsanis

Urban Songs from Port to Port with Ancoretto Ensemble Wednesday 4th June 2025 @ Jamboree Book Now The urban folk songs of the early 20th century in Greece are a unique blend with influences from the music of the Asia Minor coasts, the Near East, the Greek countryside, and European serenades. From port to port… Continue reading Urban Songs from Port to Port with Ancoretto Ensemble

A Rebetiko Anthology with Plastikes Karekles Sunday 1st June 2025 @ Jamboree Book Now Step back in time with us for an evocative evening celebrating the raw passion and soulful melodies of Rebetiko! Immerse yourself in the heart of Greece’s urban underground from the 1920s to the 1950s as we present a vibrant tapestry of… Continue reading Tribute to Apostolos Kaldaras with Plastikes Karekles