Athens Concert
Charles Lloyd · 2011
87 min · 18 tracks · blues · jazz
A powerful blend of traditional Greek melodies and lyrical storytelling, infused with emotional depth and cultural resonance.
Why this album works
This concert album is significant as it reflects Farantouri's role in preserving and popularizing Greek folk music, particularly through her interpretations of traditional songs. It received positive critical reception for its authenticity and emotional delivery, reinforcing her status as a cultural icon in Greece.
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys contemplative reflective moods
- Context
- By the time Maria Farantouri released 'Athens Concert' in 2011, she had established herself as a prominent voice in Greek music, known for her collaborations with composer Mikis Theodorakis. This album captures a live performance that showcases her enduring artistry after decades of influential work, including landmark recordings from the 1960s and 70s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Johnny Hallyday· Etta James· Elvis Presley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Kratissa Ti Zoi Mou (I Kept Hold of My Life) Standout 5:59
- 2 Dream Weaver (Hyfantis Oneiron) 8:10
- 3 Blow Wind (Fyssa Ayeri) 5:34
- 4 Requiem Standout 5:57
- 5 Greek Suite, Part I: Hymnos Stin Ayia Triada (Hymn to the Holy Trinity) Standout 4:03
- 6 Greek Suite, Part I: Epano Sto Xero Homa (In the Dry Soil) 2:53
- 7 Greek Suite, Part I: Messa Stous Paradissious Kipous (In the Paradise Gardens) 4:50
- 8 Taxidi Sta Kythera (Voyage To Cythera) 4:35
Disc 2
- 1 Prayer (Prosefhi) 7:58
- 2 Greek Suite, Part II: Vlefaro Mou (Oh Eyelid) 3:32
- 3 Greek Suite, Part II: Margaritarenia 1:29
- 4 Greek Suite, Part II: Thalassaki Mou (My Little Sea) 2:58
- 5 Greek Suite, Part III: Epirotiko Meroloi (Lament From Epirus) 6:28
- 6 Greek Suite, Part III: Kaegomae Kae Sigoliono (I Burn and Slowly Melt) 5:00
- 7 Greek Suite, Part III: Mori Kontoula Lemonia (Little Lemon Tree) 2:40
- 8 Greek Suite, Part III: Alismono Kae Haeromae (I Forget and I Am Glad) 3:06
- 9 Greek Suite, Part III: Tou Hel' To Kastron (The Castle of the Sun) 4:28
- 10 Yanni Mou (My Yanni) 7:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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