Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης

A heartfelt thank you for your moving presence at the performance of #OdeSeas — a musical ode to the seas and the archetypal female figures of the Odyssey, just a few days before entering the studio to record the album.

We are sharing with you a few audio-visual highlights from this musical journey between Myth and the Mediterranean.

Specifically, in one video you can watch "Aegean", which opens with Christina Politou addressing Odysseus himself. The other video features the music dedicated to an iconic figure of the Odyssey, "Circe".

Stay tuned for upcoming performances and details regarding the official album release, scheduled for January 15, 2027.

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story published on Oct. 30, 2026

On one of his regular visits to Athens, Finnish trumpeter Jykä Ahola joins Stefanos Kozanis on piano and Lieber Panos (Panos E. Gerakakis) on vocals at "Concerto Café Artistic" to pay tribute to the great Chet Baker. They will perform timeless jazz standards featured on Chet’s classic album, "Chet Baker Sings".

Concerto Café Artistic

• Address: 18 Mayer St., 104 38 Athens

• Reservations: +30 210 52 43 330

• Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 21:00

• Admission: €8.00

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story published on Oct. 29, 2026

NEOS Quartet comes to THEATRE OF THE NO on Friday, November 20 at 21:30, presenting a contemporary jazz program that brings together Greek and Scandinavian melodies, original compositions, and ECM-inspired aesthetics.

The quartet features Finnish trumpeter, composer and producer Jykä Ahola, pianist and composer Stefanos Kozanis, bassist Chrysostomos Boukalis, and drummer Nikos Sidirokastritis.

Their repertoire combines original compositions by Ahola and Kozanis with works by Charlie Haden, Carla Bley, Kurt Weill, Herbie Hancock, David Bowie, Radiohead, Marcus Miller, and Hermeto Pascoal.

Jykä Ahola has enjoyed a long international career and a strong connection with the Athens jazz scene, having performed more than 30 times in Athens between 2021 and 2025 with different ensembles and repertoires. He has also collaborated with Stefanos Kozanis on the album Dedications, released in 2023. The two musicians are currently preparing new material, which is expected to be released in early 2027.

An evening of contemporary jazz where melody and diverse musical traditions come together in an open and evolving sound.

Info

• Jykä Ahola – Trumpet

• Stefanos Kozanis – Piano

• Chrysostomos Boukalis – Bass

• Nikos Sidirokastritis – Drums

Date & Time: Friday, November 20 at 21:30

Tickets: €15 Online Tickets: ticketmaster.gr

THEATRE OF THE NO: Konstantinou Palaiologou 3, Athens | +30 694 685 1001

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story published on Oct. 30, 2026

As has been our tradition every November for the past 4 years, our dear friend, Finnish trumpeter and composer Jykä Ahola, visits Athens for a series of concerts. I am delighted to be joining him on stage for 4 of these performances:

• Saturday 14/11 | Concerto Cafe Artistic

  A Tribute to Chet Baker - Jykä Ahola (trumpet), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), and Lieber Panos / Panos Gerakakis (vocals).

  A special tribute to the lyricism of jazz icon Chet Baker, featuring renditions of beloved songs he performed, alongside selected instrumental pieces from his discography.

  Starting time: 21:00

• ⭐ Friday 20/11 | Theatre of the No

  NEOS Quartet featuring: Jykä Ahola (trumpet), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Chrysostomos Boukalis (double bass), and Nikos Sidirokastritis (drums).

  The centerpiece performance of this Finnish-Greek collaboration. The newly formed quartet explores the atmospheric aesthetic of the ECM sound, presenting original compositions by Jykä Ahola and Stefanos Kozanis, alongside iconic pieces that shaped this distinctive style. Just a few days after the concert, the group will enter the studio to record their debut album, scheduled for release in 2027. A night of lyricism, tone colors, and deep musical synergy.

  Starting time: 21:30

• Thursday 26/11 | SPITI Art Bar

  A Tribute To Helen Merrill - Nassia Gofa & The Jazz Tales ft. Jykä Ahola:

  Nassia Gofa’s jazz trio, featuring Stefanos Kozanis (piano) and Kostas Patsiotis (double bass), joins forces with Jykä Ahola for a unique tribute to the legendary jazz vocalist Helen Merrill.

  Starting time: 21:30

• Saturday 28/11 | Jazzet Music Hall

  Shadow & Light Quartet:

  Jykä Ahola (trumpet), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Dimitris Bikos (double bass), and Evangelia Stavrou (drums).

  A dynamic tribute to jazz trumpet masters Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, and Roy Hargrove.

  Starting time: 21:30

A music-packed November lies ahead, along with additional events to be announced throughout the month. Support live music — we look forward to seeing you at the venues!

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story published on Oct. 13, 2026

Following its initial run, the theatrical production “Aeschylus — Persae”, directed and performed by Phaedon Kastris, returns to Fournos Theatre for a 2nd season.

Starting Wednesday, 14 October 2026 for a limited run of 8 performances (every Wednesday), the stage transforms into a crypt-chapel beside the tomb of Darius, hosting a ritualistic "liturgical sequence" of the sufferings of the Persians. Advance tickets are available through TicketServices.

The original music, composed by Stefanos Kozanis, was recorded at Artracks Recording Studios by George Priniotakis, featuring Nektarios Stamatelos (ney), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Chrysostomos Boukalis (double bass), and Nikos Sidirokastritis (drums). The composition acts as an organic element of the ritual performance while standing as an autonomous work blending modern jazz with Greek and Eastern traditions.

The album is released via Jazz Breeze Records (artwork/poster by Viktor Melistas) and is available on YouTube, Bandcamp, as well as on all major digital music platforms.

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story published on Sept. 28, 2026