On Saturday, September 21, the show “Our Town” featured Takis Barberis. The talented composer and guitarist talked about special moments in his significant and long career. He discussed the bands he has created, such as the Jazz Fusion Quintet, the Takis Barberis Group, and Model 63, with which he explored rock music with an experimental approach.
The guest also spoke about his collaboration with clarinet virtuoso Petroloukas Halkias and other renowned and important artists.
Takis Barberis mentioned regions of Greece that inspire his music, international jazz festivals, the value of improvisation, and the important geographical position of Greece between East and West. He also talked about folk and rebetiko songs, cinema, and theater. Special reference was made to Poly Panou and Stelios Kazantzidis.
The show also featured actress Kerasia Samara, who talked about their long-standing strong friendship and collaboration.
Music from Takis Barberis’s fascinating career was played during the show.
Produced and presented by Themis Rodamitis