A musical journey into the heart of Western Thessaly, with a particular focus on the primal, vocal ritual traditions of the Agrafa region.
The radio program “The Elves of Tradition” traces the hidden melodies of the land, from the steep, untamed slopes of southern Agrafa to the wide Thessalian plain and the quiet edges of Mount Chasia. Along the way, it brings to light field recordings and interpretations by researcher and performer Giannis Katsis from Thrapsimi, Karditsa, in conversation with social anthropologist Ioannis Kais from Dialechto, Trikala.
Produced and presented by Maria Koutsimpiri
Broadcast: Friday 25 April 2025, 15:00 Athens time
