Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Mikis Theodorakis with his self-titled album, a captivating blend of ethno and laïko genres that promises to transport you to the heart of Greek musical tradition. Released on November 7, 2025, under the Genuin label, this album is a testament to Theodorakis' mastery of orchestral composition, featuring a diverse range of instruments and moods.
The album opens with the Sinfonietta for Flute, Piano & String Orchestra, a three-movement suite that sets the stage with its hauntingly beautiful Prelude and Chorale, followed by a lively Scherzo, and concluding with a poignant Finale. The second half of the album is dedicated to two expansive rhapsodies, one for guitar and one for cello, each divided into multiple movements that tell a story through music. The Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra draws inspiration from Spanish folklore, while the Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra pays homage to the nine Muses of Greek mythology.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Theodorakis' compositions are known for their evocative melodies and intricate orchestrations, and this album is no exception. Whether you're a longtime fan of Theodorakis or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
This 2LP set was released in 1978.
Tracks
Sinfonietta for Flute, Piano & String Orchestra: Ι. Prelude and Chorale. AdagioMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Stathis Karapanos, Titos Gouvelis
Sinfonietta for Flute, Piano & String Orchestra: II. Scherzo. Allegro vivaceMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Stathis Karapanos, Titos Gouvelis
Sinfonietta for Flute, Piano & String Orchestra: III. Finale. Andante mossoMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Stathis Karapanos, Titos Gouvelis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: I. Allegro con brio (Ballad of the Accursed)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: II. Andantino - Allegretto (Death of Antonito el Combrino)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: III. Andante (Died for Love)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: IV. Andante (Preciosa and the Wind)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: V. Lento - Allegro (The Arrest of Antonito el Combrino)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: VI. Allegro moderato (The Gipsy Nun)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Guitar & Orchestra: VII. Andante (Ballad of the Black Sorrow)Mikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Orestis Kalampalikis
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: I. EfterpiMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: II. EratoMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: III. MelpomeniMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: IV. KaliopiMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: V. KlioMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: VI. OuraniaMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: VII. TerpsihoriMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: VIII. PolimniaMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
Rhapsody for Cello & Orchestra: IX. ThaliaMikis Theodorakis, Athens State Orchestra, Kornilios Michailidis, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin
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