Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης

Following a magical, sold-out performance at the historic National Observatory of Athens, Asterismyth take the stage at Half Note Jazz Club to present their full-length album Asterismyth – Music about the Constellations and Mythical Figures, along with brand-new material.

The project, led by composer and pianist Stefanos Kozanis, draws inspiration from Greek mythology and the stars, crafting a soundscape where jazz, classical music, and Greek tradition converge with poetry, narration, and song. Each composition tells the story of a constellation and its accompanying mythical figure — from Perseus and Andromeda to Cassiopeia and beyond.

Line-up:

• Katerina Konstantinou – vocals, lyrics, narration
• Dimitris Margaritis – violin, poetry
• Stefanos Kozanis – piano, composition
• Kostas Patsiotis – double bass
• Nikos Sidirokastritis – drums

The album has received warm praise from both Greek and international critics:

“There are no real flaws within this album, as each song takes you on a wonderful journey that will keep you enthralled and excited to travel through the cosmos.”
— Grace Bradford, Music Review World

“A unique album by Asterismyth and Stefanos Kozanis that brings honor to Greek jazz – and beyond.”
— Fontas Troussas, LIFO

“I hadn’t heard such a conceptually cohesive and purely jazz-based work in years. [...] As a friend who knows her stars said: ‘Only the constellations remain for us to believe in anymore.’”
— Antonis Boskoitis, Documento

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ASTERISMYTH – MUSIC ABOUT THE CONSTELLATIONS AND MYTHICAL FIGURES

Wednesday, November 26, 21:30

Half Note Jazz Club Trivonianou 17, Mets, phone (+30) 210 9213310

Ticket prices: from 12€

More information – reservations – tickets

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story published on Oct. 25, 2025

I am delighted to collaborate with Finnish trumpeter Jykä Ahola, who will be visiting our city in the coming days for two concerts (and a guest appearance), alongside distinguished colleagues and friends:

• Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 21:30 – A trio with a modern ECM-style sound featuring: Jykä Ahola (trumpet), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), and Nikos Sidirokastritis (drums), at Spiti Art Bar
• Saturday, November 22, 2025, 22:00 – A tribute to Chet Baker, at Jazzét Music Hall with the "Shadow and Light quartet": Jykä Ahola (trumpet), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Dimitris Bikos (double bass), and Evangelia Stavrou (drums) along with Panos Gerakakis
• We are delighted to have Jykä as our special guest for our concert at the Half Note Jazz Club on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, presenting the project Asterismyth.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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story published on Oct. 24, 2025

Love's Crime is a jazz ballad sung by Lieber Panos, with lyrics by Karina Ruby and music by Stefanos Kozanis. The track blends the intimacy of the Great American Songbook and Broadway tradition with a contemporary jazz sensibility, creating a timeless yet fresh sound. Its story draws subtle parallels with the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, based on an idea by Ólia Maria Dakogianni, giving the song a poetic depth that resonates beyond a love song.

Performed by an international ensemble — Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Karina Ruby (drums), Jimmy Bikos (double bass), and Jykä Ahola (trumpet) — the track captures the warmth of live jazz while offering a theatrical flair reminiscent of musicals. Lieber Panos delivers his debut performance with remarkable emotional honesty, making Love's Crime both buzzworthy and memorable as an introduction to a new voice in jazz.

Credits:
George Priniotakis – recording, mixing, mastering
Cover Photography – Yiannis Pavlidis

Love's Crime is available on YouTube and major streaming platforms.

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story published on Sept. 25, 2025

I’m happy to announce the release of my new song “Ostria”, with lyrics and music written by me.

The song is performed by my collaborator and dear friend Katerina Konstantinou — one of my favorite artists in the field, and someone I feel especially lucky to have interpreting my music. From the Asterismyth album to new releases like this one, her voice brings a unique depth to the work.

“Ostria” has a rhythmic, warm, summery feel. Yet the southern wind it refers to symbolizes something quite different for me — the inevitable, a not-so-positive chapter in my life that I’m working to overcome. Music helps me in this process; it becomes a way to exorcise past wounds.

In addition to the composition, I handled the programming and recording. The sound is electronic, featuring analog synthesizers. Mixing and mastering were done at Artracks Studios by Giorgos Priniotakis, and the cover photo was taken by Yiannis Pavlidis.

The track is available as of July 23, 2025, on YouTube and all major digital platforms.

🎧 Spotify
📺 YouTube
🍎🎵 Apple Music

Enjoy listening — and have a beautiful rest of the summer! 🌿

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story published on July 31, 2025

On July 19th, 2025, Stefanos Kozanis and Dimitris Margaritis were guests of Pantazis Tsaras on the radio show "Dancing to the Rhythm of Swing", broadcast on the First Programme of Hellenic Radio – ERT. During the show, they discussed the album "Asterismyth – Music About the Constellations and Mythical Figures", with selected tracks aired live.

The episode is available on ERT’s On Demand platform at the following link:

Listen to the show here

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story published on July 28, 2025

I’m happy to announce the release of the song “Aftermath”, composed by Karina Ruby and myself, with lyrics by Karina.

This is a new acoustic version, beautifully interpreted by — a gifted artist with a wide-ranging repertoire, emotional and spiritual depth, and an extraordinary expressive palette.

In this version, I perform on piano, blending jazz improvisation with influences from classical tradition — a personal musical language I deeply cherish. The track was recorded at Artracks Studios by Giorgos Priniotakis, and the cover photo was taken by Yannis Pavlidis.

“Aftermath” was first released in 2021 as part of the soundtrack for the graphic novel "Musicoma" by Maria-Olia Dakogianni — a story about the life of an aging jazz diva who shows how an "old" music like jazz can still speak to younger generations, and how music connects and transforms lives.

This song speaks of how music connects souls, heals wounds, and preserves the sacred echoes of what we’ve lived. As the lyrics say:

“Our music will be alive after ashes and ember.
Eternally I am yours — we will always remember
the lyrics we shared, our feelings unpaired,
the times that we spent in healing.”

“Aftermath” is available as of today, Friday, June 20, 2025, on YouTube and all major streaming platforms.

🎧 Spotify
📺 YouTube
🍎🎵 Apple Music

I hope it resonates with you, as deeply as it did with us. 🌿

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story published on June 20, 2025

On Thursday, June 12, a truly enchanting evening unfolded at the National Observatory of Athens, on the historic Hill of the Nymphs. The event "Asterismyth – Music for Constellations and Myths" took place in front of the Observatory’s iconic building, in a packed open-air venue where music, poetry, mythology, and stars came together under the night sky.

The ensemble Asterismyth, performing original compositions by Stefanos Kozanis, presented 12 musical pieces inspired by constellations and mythical figures from Greek mythology. As the music resonated, the actual constellations illuminated the sky above the audience and the musicians, enhancing the experience with celestial presence.

Blending elements of jazz, classical music, and Greek tradition, the performance was enriched by live poetry, narration, and song, offering a unique and immersive artistic encounter.

Performers:
Katerina Konstantinou – vocals, narration, lyrics
Dimitris Margaritis – violin, poetry
Stefanos Kozanis – piano, composition
Kostas Patsiotis – double bass
Nikos Siderokastritis – drums

The large turnout and the audience’s enthusiastic response confirmed the need for cultural events that connect music, myth, and the magic of the Athenian night sky.

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story published on June 17, 2025

It has been three months since the official release of “Asterismyth – Music About the Constellations and Mythical Figures.” As we prepare for the next phase of presentations, set to begin in late spring 2025, we are actively engaging with the press to share our work with a wider audience. The album has already garnered positive reviews, and we eagerly anticipate more to come:

📰 “It’s been years since I last heard a pure jazz work that truly captures the chemistry of its musicians—an album with a distinctive concept and character.” — Antonis Boskoitis, Documento

📰 “A unique and refreshing album from Asterismyth and Stefanos Kozanis, paying tribute to the Greek jazz scene and pushing its boundaries even further.” — Fontas Troussas, Diskoryheion

📰 “I think this album deserves all of the acclaim that it gets. There are no real flaws within this album, as each song take you on a wonderful journey that will keep you enthralled and excited to travel through the cosmos.” — Grace Bradford, Music Review World

You can explore all the published articles and reviews about our album, along with new ones that are continuously being added, at: https://asterismyth.com/press/

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story published on March 10, 2025