On this episode of Greek Music Express we celebrate the fascinating ways in which Mikis’ songs travelled around the world, in an international trajectory facilitated by top artists such as Jullie Dennis, Dalida, Edith Piaf, The Beatles, Shirley Bassey, Georges Moustaki, and of course, his Finnish muse, Arja Saijonmaa. As vocalist George Dalaras has noted, “Theodorakis’ songs are a window that we open each time we feel suffocated, so that fresh air can enter our room”. Thanks to these international stars, people outside Greece also had the opportunity to breathe this fresh, rejuvenating air of melody and aesthetic vision.
Produced and presented by Hercules Economou