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Newsletter 24/3 | Spring Premieres: From "The Persians" to the Garden of Dreams
Spring is finally here. Even though the weather still carries a wintery breeze, our need for hope and a more peaceful world remains the driving force behind every creation.
In today's newsletter, I am sharing two significant milestones with you: The first live performance of the music I composed for Phaedon Kastris' theatrical production of "The Persians" — a composition that, following its release, is now preparing to meet the audience on stage. At the same time, we welcome the season with the release of a brand new song, "Ston Kipo ton Oneiron" (In the Garden of Dreams). A romantic ballad about love, with music and lyrics of my own, which my collaborator Katerina Konstantinou had the joy and honor to perform.
Aeschylus’ “Persae” at SPITI Art Bar – First Live Presentation of the Music - Sunday, March 29
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€
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).