Their collaboration is more than just a musical project; it is a cultural statement:
A deeply emotional performance often showcased in live television appearances, such as the Greek program Stin Igeia Mas . 🌍 Musical Philosophy & Style Matthaios Tsahouridis Ft Apolas Lermi
The collaboration between (Greek Pontic lyra virtuoso) and Apolas Lermi (Turkish Black Sea musician) represents a significant "bridge" across the Black Sea, uniting the shared Pontic heritage of Greece and Turkey through music. Their partnership centers on the Pontic lyra (kemençe) and the preservation of Romeika (Pontic Greek), a dialect still spoken in parts of modern Turkey. 🎵 Key Collaborative Works Their collaboration is more than just a musical
Their first major hit, blending Greek and Turkish vocals with the haunting sound of the lyra. 🎵 Key Collaborative Works Their first major hit,
They have performed together at various cultural festivals, including the Kadirga Festival in the Pontic Mountains of Turkey.
💡 Their work is a premier example of ethnomusicology in action , using traditional folk instruments to foster cultural diplomacy between Greece and Turkey. If you'd like to explore this further, More details on the history of the Pontic lyra . A list of similar artists from the Black Sea region. Tin Patrida Mou Exasa - Apolas Lermi, Matthaios Tsahouridis