Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης

I’m happy to announce the release of the song “Aftermath”, composed by Karina Rubinstein 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. 🌿

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.

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/

story published on March 10, 2025

On May 1st, 2025, the EP titled "Spring" was released digitally, featuring Katerina Adamopoulou on vocals and Stefanos Kozanis on piano. It includes the new song "Her Breeze", with lyrics by Katerina and music by Stefanos, which is presented in this post, as well as a cover of Attik’s song “Tis mias drahmis ta yasemia” (“The Jasmines of One Drachma”).

With this release, the two artists welcome spring with music characterized by bright tones and optimism, delivered with lyricism and freshness. The tracks have been performed live on music stages during the current artistic season and were recorded on March 26th, 2025 at Studio Sierra by George Kariotis.

The EP is available for streaming on major music platforms, notably on Spotify and YouTube.

story published on May 7, 2025

The debut album presentation of Asterismyth took place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the prestigious Athens Concert Hall, with the generous support of Jazz Breeze Records. It was a memorable evening filled with warmth and music, as the band performed tracks from the album to an enthusiastic, sold-out audience, officially marking the beginning of their musical journey.

Visit https://asterismyth.com/ to stream the album, purchase physical copies, and stay updated on upcoming live performances.

story published on Dec. 18, 2024

Stefanos Kozanis with "Asterismyth" band, are performing the music about the constellation and the myth of Orion, a composition by Stefanos Kozanis and poetry by Dimitris Margaris, recited by Katerina Konstantinou. Recorded live at Artracks recording studios.

You may also listen to "Orion" on Spotify.

story published on Oct. 27, 2024

Katerina Konstantinou with "Asterismyth" band, are performing the music about the constellation and the myth of Cassiopeia, a composition by Stefanos Kozanis and lyrics by Katerina Konstantinou. Recorded live at Artracks recording studios.

You may also listen to "Cassiopeia" on Spotify.

story published on Nov. 4, 2024