“Myth and Melodies” – art exhibition and concert, Aptera Fortress, 19th July

A unique all-day event at the Ottoman Fortress (Koules) in Aptera, Aptera, on July 19:
– art exhibition by the French painter Xavier Rouchaud
– sunset mini concert (lute)
– main concert with Maria Manousaki & musicians

WHERE: Turkish Fortress, Aptera

Event details:
Free of charge

The painting exhibition will start at 10 am and stays open until the end of the main evening concert.

Drinks and soft drinks will be served during the concert.

As the sun sets over the picturesque landscape, we invite you to enjoy a special mini performance by the talented Dimitris Sideris, who will enchant the audience with his electric lute.

After this magical moment, get ready for an incredible main concert featuring world-renowned musicians!

Renowned violinist Maria Manousaki will present a very special composition that will delight the audience, with her renowned cellist Irina Chirkova (musician of Celine Dion),
 Dimitris Verdinoglou (piano), Lefteris Papadakis (bass), Giannis Paterakis (drums), the Melos String Quartet, and special guest the excellent Zacharias Spyridakis  (lyra.

The repertoire will include a variety of music from around the world, highlighting famous Greek melodies, tango, bosa nova and original compositions by Maria Manousakis.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience a day of creativity and culture at the Aptera Fortress!

Source: Maria Manousaki

Co-organizers are the Municipality of Chania, the Region of Crete and the Aptera Cultural Association

Lydia

I'm Austrian living in Tavronitis, love nature, music, good books, sunsets, the sea, travelling, socializing and more. I came to Crete as a student in the early 70s, exploring the west and southwest of the island with friends by motorbike. When you are young everything is important and, there are lots of things to do...I did. Job, family,children, travelling the world. But I never lost my love for Crete for a minute. And nine years ago I ended up in this convenient corner of Crete, not only for holidays, but to stay and haven't regretted it for a minute.