Traditional Music of Greece came into existence largely from the ancient times. In ancient Greek mythological works reference to traditional forms of music has been mentioned time and again. The traditional music was usually instrumental music that was played on lyre. Traditional Geek music has largely been influenced by other European countries and Eastern cultures.
Traditional Music of Greece is of different kinds. Traditional forms of Greek music are played during religious festivals, wedding parties and other occasions. Folk music is an integral part of traditional music of Greece. The culture of folk music is still very much alive in different parts of Greece such as in Crete and Albania.
Exponent Of Traditional Greek Music The traditional culture of Greek music is practices by the regional musicians of Greece. There are many artists and musicians who practices traditional forms of music such as Kristi Stasinopoulou, Melina Kana, Savina Yannatou, Maryo, Lizata Kalimeri.
Souzana Raphael, one of the most popular Greek musicians have given a different dimension to the existence of traditional Greek music. Many local bands of Greece fuse traditional music along with contemporary styles in order to bring about a new kind of Greek music. There are many CDs and cassettes which are sold in great numbers that contain classical Greek lyrics. 'Tsambouna',one of the oldest music festivals in Greece celebrates the existence of traditional Greek songs.
