Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης

First Presentation: Thursday, June 4th, Concerto Café Artistic

On Thursday, June 4th, at 21:00, the welcoming space of Concerto Café Artistic hosts the first official presentation of the new musical project by composer and pianist Stefanos Kozanis, titled "ODESEAS".

ODESEAS (Ode + Seas) is a contemporary musical ode to the Mediterranean seas–an "Odyssey" for solo piano, inspired by the Homeric epic, the waters crossed by the mythical hero, and the archetypal female figures he encountered along his path.

In his first solo piano work, the composer transforms the piano into a "vessel" that celebrates the element of water. The suite consists of 11 parts (one for Odysseus and ten for the years of wandering), mapping 5 seas and 5 women who defined the journey of the return.

Joining the presentation is actress Christina Politou, who gives voice to the stories narrated by the music through her own texts. Her narration shifts the work from the mythical to a human and psychological level, creating a dialogue where word and sound become one.

Stefanos Kozanis' musical idiom blends classical piano literature with the freedom of jazz and improvisation, "coloring" the result with the light of the Mediterranean. With a duration of just over an hour, ODESEAS invites the listener into an internal experience, in places both mythical and as familiar as the seas that surround us.

Credits:

• Stefanos Kozanis: Musical composition, piano
• Christina Politou: Texts, narrative interventions

Event Information:

📅 Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
🕒 Time: 21:00
📍 Venue: Concerto Café Artistic (Mager 18, Athens 104 38)
📞 Reservations: +30 210 524 3330
🎟️ Admission: 7 €

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story published on May 14, 2026

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.

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story published on May 13, 2026

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!

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story published on May 1, 2026

Jazz vocalist Nassia Gofa and pianist-composer Stefanos Kozanis, having already established a five-year journey with their ensemble Nassia Gofa & The Jazz Tales in Greece and abroad, launch a new, more personal collaboration in a duo format.

On Saturday, May 9th, they present their project "Just Jazzin' Around" at Concerto Cafe Artistic. With jazz as their core and a flair for creative exploration, the duo reimagines beloved jazz standards, while seamlessly weaving familiar rock and Greek songs into the jazz idiom.

An evening dedicated to direct musical dialogue, improvisation, and authentic soundscapes, inviting the audience on a journey full of rhythm and emotion.

Event Information:
📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
🕒 Start Time: 21:30
📍 Venue: Concerto Cafe Artistic (Mayer 18, Athens 104 38)
📞 Reservations: +30 210 524 3330
🎟️ Admission: 8€

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story published on April 18, 2026

We are delighted to participate in the official celebration of International Jazz Day (UNESCO), on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 20:00, at the Central Square of Chalandri! The newly formed duo of Nassia Gofa (vocals) and Stefanos Kozanis (piano) presents the project "Just Jazzin’ Around". Focusing on jazz while embracing creative expansions, the duo reimagines beloved jazz standards through original arrangements and beyond.

This year, Chalandri connects Greece with one of the most significant international cultural institutions, under the auspices of UNESCO and artistic director Herbie Hancock. The festival places Greece on the global map of over 190 countries celebrating the music of freedom, creativity, and intercultural dialogue.

Our performance is part of the festival's grand finale, on an evening where the stage will host groups and artists at the forefront of the Greek jazz scene, highlighting the power of improvisation and musical communication.

Event Details:
📍 Venue: Central Square of Chalandri (Kentrki Plateia)
📅 Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 20:00
🎟️ Admission: Free
🔗 More Information: Festival Program

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story published on April 17, 2026

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).

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story published on March 20, 2026

The music composed by Stefanos Kozanis for the theatrical production “Aeschylus’ Persae – A Rite, Prayer and Service of the Passions of the Persians”, directed and performed by Phaedon Kastris, will be presented live for the first time at SPITI Art Bar.

Following its recent digital release, the musicians from the original recording —Nektarios Stamatelos (ney), Stefanos Kozanis (piano), Chrysostomos Boukalis (double bass), and Nikos Siderokastritis (drums)— bring the work's unique soundscape to the stage. This is a mystical fusion of traditional ney sounds with the universal language of jazz, attempting to bring the listener closer to our own "Salamis."

Phaedon Kastris himself will be present during the evening, giving us the opportunity to share thoughts on the "Rite" performed at Fourno Theatre (where performances continue every Wednesday until April 22). A special gathering where music converses with the spirit of the play, dedicated to us—the "Persians" of this world—through inspiration and spirituality.

SPITI Art Bar
7 Eupatridon St., Kerameikos
Sunday, March 29, 2026 – starts at 21:30
Entrance: 7€ – Minimum consumption: 4€

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story published on March 12, 2026

Following performances in Seville, Spain, appearances at festivals across Greece, and a long-standing and consistent presence in the field of vocal jazz, with numerous collaborations with leading musicians of the scene, Nassia Gofa returns to the stage of the Half Note Jazz Club on Wednesday, March 18.

Together with The Jazz Tales, she presents music from the album “Herkyna – Nassia Gofa & The Jazz Tales – From Darkness to Light” (compositions by Stefanos Kozanis, music, and lyrics by Karina Ruby), along with new, previously unreleased compositions and selected pieces from the wider jazz repertoire. Expanding the material and the form of the program “beyond Herkyna,” the performance unfolds through new improvisational and compositional directions.

The special guest of the evening will be Berlin-based saxophonist Max Hacker. Max Hacker lived and studied jazz in New York City during the 1990s, before returning to his hometown, where he has since become an active member of the contemporary European jazz scene. He has released three albums as a leader on In&Out Records, all of which have received highly positive critical acclaim, while his music is distinguished by a strong personal identity and a deep connection to the jazz tradition.

Nassia Gofa was born and raised in Athens. She studied at the Department of Geology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in Paleontology; however, she was soon drawn to her enduring passion for music. In 2000, she began her studies at the jazz department of the Athenaeum Conservatory “Maria Callas,” under the guidance of Sylvio Syrró and Sofia Noiti, from which she graduated with a diploma in jazz singing. At the same time, she attended seminars and workshops with important figures of the jazz world, such as Miles Griffith, Cameron Brown, and Sheila Jordan, and has also been trained in the Voicecraft vocal technique. Significant milestones in her artistic journey include her performance in 2016 at the Neimenster concert venue in Luxembourg, as well as her participation in the role of Jocasta in the contemporary opera “Oedipus – Sex with mum was blinding” by Elli Papakonstantinou, with music by Tilemachos Moussas, presented at BAM Fisher in Brooklyn, New York. The continuation of the work was presented in March 2021 under the title “Hotel AntiOedipus.”

Line-up

• Nassia Gofa – vocals
• Max Hacker – saxophone (special guest)
• Thomas Mitroussis – guitar
• Stefanos Kozanis – piano, original compositions
• Kostas Patsiotis – double bass
• Anastasios Gouliaris – drums

Info
NASSIA GOFA & THE JAZZ TALES – From Herkyna And Beyond
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Start time: 21:30
Half Note Jazz Club
17 Trivonianou St., Mets
Tel. +30 210 9213310
Tickets: more.com, prices: from €12

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story published on Feb. 14, 2026

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.

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story published on Jan. 5, 2026

Katerina Konstantinou on vocals and Stefanos Kozanis on piano, after a period filled with collaborations in bars, music venues, studio sessions, and album projects, invite us to an evening at the “boîte of our hearts,” Concerto Cafe Artistic.

An evening full of surprises and contrasts — moments of emotion as well as effortless laughter; beloved songs alongside their own original material — and, above all, plenty of love.

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Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Start time: 21:00
This exclusive performance will be held at Concerto Café Artistic, located at Mager 18, 104 38 Athens. Tickets are priced at 10€. To secure your spot, you can call (+30) 210 524 3330 / 6970125238 for reservations.

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story published on Dec. 6, 2025

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.

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story published on Dec. 1, 2025

On Monday, 24 November 2025 the recording of the music for the production "Aeschylus — Persae", directed and performed by Phaedon Kastris, took place.

The sessions were held at Artracks Studios, with sound engineering and audio production by George Priniotakis.

The music, composed by Stefanos Kozanis, was performed by the ensemble of:

• Nektarios Stamatelos — ney
• Stefanos Kozanis — piano
• Chrysostomos Boukalis — double bass
• Nikos Sidirokastritis — drums

Performances will begin on 29 December at the Fournos Theatre. Advance ticket sales are already available through TicketServices.

The music blends elements of modern jazz with motifs from Greek and Eastern musical traditions. It is scheduled for release as an album on New Year’s Day 2026.

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story published on Dec. 1, 2025

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

info

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