Stefanos Kozanis · Στέφανος Κοζάνης

Just a few days before entering the studio to record the album, the music project "OdeSeas" by composer and pianist Stefanos Kozanis makes a stop for an atmospheric live performance at "Alogokrito" boîte, a beloved artistic spot in Pagkrati, on Thursday, October 29 at 21:30.

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

In his first solo piano work, the composer turns the piano into a "vessel" sailing through the liquid element. The suite consists of 11 parts (one for Odysseus and ten for his years of wandering), mapping 5 seas and 5 women who marked his return journey. Stefanos Kozanis' musical idiom combines classical piano literature with the freedom of jazz and improvisation, coloring the result with the light of the Mediterranean.

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

Friends who join us at "Alogokrito" will have the unique opportunity to experience the musical world of OdeSeas up close, and even "participate" in the album's preparation, as the energy and vibes of this live evening will be carried directly into the upcoming recording sessions.

Credits:

• Stefanos Kozanis: Composition, piano
• Christina Politou: Texts, narration

Event Info:

• 📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
• 🕒 Time: 21:30
• 📍 Venue: "Alogokrito" Boîte (Ekalis 7, Pagkrati)
• 📞 Reservations: +30 212 105 2342
• 🎟️ Admission: €7
• 🥤 Minimum Consumption: €5

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story published on Oct. 5, 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