Obituary: Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021) | Songlines
Thursday, September 2, 2021

Obituary: Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021)

By Marc Dubin

The renowned Greek composer, conductor and master of melopoisi who waged wars of words and music against a military junta has died aged 96

Griekse Componinst Mikis Theodorakis In Nederland, Theodorakis Dirigeert, Bestanddeelnr 925 3327© Bert Verhoeff : Anefo

Mikis Theodorakis ©Bert Verhoeff/Anefo

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