Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης
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My YouTube Channel: A Journey Since 2007
Since 2007, my YouTube channel has served as the central platform for my musical endeavors. It hosts my entire discography and official releases, alongside concert footage, studio recordings, behind-the-scenes glimpses of the creative process, and occasional lighthearted content.
With new projects like ODESEAS currently in development, your presence there is more important than ever. I invite you to subscribe to the channel for direct access to all new releases and audiovisual material.
As always, your support is deeply appreciated.
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A Magical Night in Chalandri for International Jazz Day
The celebrations of the Municipality of Chalandri for International Jazz Day culminated yesterday, April 30th, at the city's central square. It was an exceptional event, with the square packed with an audience that lived and breathed every moment of the performance.
It was a great joy for us to participate in this celebration, which provided the perfect opportunity to introduce our newly formed duo: "Just Jazzin' Around", featuring Nassia Gofa on vocals and Stefanos Kozanis on piano.
In just a few days, on Saturday, May 9th, our duo will perform at Concerto Cafe Artistic with an extended program, and we look forward to seeing you there!
We would like to warmly thank the organizers and the Municipality of Chalandri, as well as Spyros Lefkofrydis, whose personal initiative and dedication brought this wonderful celebration to life. We hope for more initiatives like this in the future—giving a voice to diverse musical genres, supporting artists, and providing us with the opportunity to present the music we love to a wider audience.
✨ See you on May 9th at Concerto!
New Release: "Ston Kipo ton Oneiron" (In the Garden of Dreams)
On March 20th, 2026, coinciding with the Vernal Equinox, we welcome spring with a brand new song: "Ston Kipo ton Oneiron".
The track is a romantic ballad born from a need to offer a note of optimism and love in today’s challenging world. This release marks a personal milestone, as it is one of my first works where I have composed both the music and the lyrics.
The song features the ethereal vocals of Katerina Konstantinou, accompanied by an exceptional group of musicians who bring this atmospheric soundscape to life:
- Katerina Konstantinou: Vocals
- Kaiti Pantzari: Cello
- Nektarios Stamatelos: Ney
- Stefanos Kozanis: Piano / Composition / Lyrics
Credits:
- Audio Engineering, Mixing & Mastering: Petros Petropoulos (Studio Polyphoniki)
- Cover Photography: Yiannis Pavlidis
The official music video is available on YouTube, and the track can be found on all major streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, YouTube Music).
Aeschylus’ “Persae” – Performances – The Music Is Released
Aeschylus’ “Persae” – Performances – The Music Is Released
On December 29, 2025, the premiere of Aeschylus’ “Persae” took place, directed and performed by Phaedon Kastris. The performances run every Monday and Tuesday until February 3, 2026, at the Fournos Theatre. The music of the production was released on January 1, 2026 and is available on YouTube, Bandcamp as well as on all major digital music platforms.
The music was created as an organic and dramaturgical element of the performance, engaging in dialogue with the poetic text and the stage action, while at the same time standing as an autonomous listening work. The compositional material moves within the field of contemporary jazz, enriched with strong elements of Greek and Eastern tradition, and is based on the combination of ney and jazz piano trio, following a ritualistic, almost “liturgical” trajectory that reflects the sufferings of the Persians.
The musicians featured are Stefanos Kozanis (piano, composition), Nektarios Stamatelos (ney), Chrysostomos Boukalis (double bass), and Nikos Sidirokastritis (drums). Recording, mixing, and mastering were carried out by George Priniotakis at Artracks Recording Studios, while both the performance poster and the release artwork were designed by Viktor Melistas. The release was made with the support of Jazz Breeze Records.
Asterismyth – Music About the Constellations and Mythical Figures at Half Note Jazz Club
On Wednesday, November 26 2025, Asterismyth performed at the historic Half Note Jazz Club, one of the city's most important music venues, presenting their live project to a warm and enthusiastic audience. The ensemble, performing the original compositions of Stefanos Kozanis, offered a complete musical narrative inspired by constellations and mythical figures, presenting a suite of 12 works performed in continuous flow. The performance combined the creative freedom of jazz with elements of classical music and Greek tradition, while incorporating poetry, narration, and song, delivering an artistic experience of high aesthetic quality where composition and improvisation coexisted organically.
Performers:
- Katerina Konstantinou – vocals, narration, lyrics
- Dimitris Margaritis – violin, poetry
- Stefanos Kozanis – piano, composition
- Kostas Patsiotis – double bass
- Nikos Siderokastritis – drums
A highlight of the evening was the special and friendly participation of Finnish trumpeter Jykä Ahola, who added a distinctive lyricism with his clear, bright lines and inspired improvisational solos, playing a key role in the overall atmosphere of the concert. Among other contributions, Jykä performed on the premiere of the new composition “Pisces”, with music by Stefanos Kozanis and lyrics/vocals by Katerina Konstantinou, adding a unique character to the piece.
The evening concluded in a warm and intimate atmosphere, with the audience responding enthusiastically to the work of Asterismyth. Upcoming performances of the ensemble in Greece and abroad are already being planned.