Riza meets the Stéphane Tsapis Duo: The musical event entitled "Mediterranean Roots" brings to the stage of the Theater of the Park Aï-Yannis Detis, on Wednesday 30 July 2025, 21: 30, two unique groups exploring the material of the local and wider Balkan tradition through a contemporary style and creative musical trends.
"Riza" (The Roots) arrive with melodies spanning two centuries—tunes and little big stories from the Greek islands to the shores of Asia Minor, from shepherds' pastures to urban salons—offering a reading of traditional music in its most fundamental form: the voice tells the story, the musicians accompany. Their unique sound, with its sparse orchestration and acoustic character, is shaped by Themistocles Karpodinis’ voice, Kostis Zouliatis’ piano, and Petros Lambridis’ double bass, reflecting a wide range of sonic references—from ECM Records to Mediterranean jazz.
For over a decade, Stéphane Tsapis has explored his Greek roots through various creative projects and recordings. A passionate traveler, composer, and pianist, he builds bridges between his Mediterranean heritage and the multicultural Paris where he was raised, through original compositions and reinterpretations of traditional and folk songs. For this performance, he will appear in a special duo with double bassist Marc Buronfosse, his long-time collaborator and a familiar figure in Paros’s music scene.
TICKET PRICE: 15€
REDUCED PRICE: 10€
In all events:
Children aged 6 to 12 years and individuals with disabilities are eligible for a reduced ticket, offering a 30% discount.
Children under 6 years old - Free
(children's performances/concerts excluded)