Persae (Πέρσες)

The music was created as an organic and dramaturgical element of the performance, engaging in dialogue with the poetic text and the stage action, while at the same time standing as an autonomous listening work. The compositional material moves within the field of contemporary jazz, enriched with strong elements of Greek and Eastern tradition, and is based on the combination of ney and jazz piano trio, following a ritualistic, almost “liturgical” trajectory that reflects the sufferings of the Persians.

The musicians featured are Stefanos Kozanis (piano, composition), Nektarios Stamatelos (ney), Chrysostomos Boukalis (double bass), and Nikos Sidirokastritis (drums). Recording, mixing, and mastering were carried out by George Priniotakis at Artracks Recording Studios, while both the performance poster and the release artwork were designed by Viktor Melistas. The release was made with the support of Jazz Breeze Records.

Phaedon Kastris · director, actor, producer
Stefanos Kozanis · piano, original compositions (all tracks), cover photo
Nektarios Stamatelos · ney
Chrysostomos Boukalis · double bass
Nikos Sidirokastritis · drums
George Priniotakis · Artracks Recording Studios, Recording – Mixing & Mastering
Viktor Melistas · artwork & graphic design