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Baritone
Greek National Opera
Giannis Tselepidis (1937-2007) was a prominent Greek opera singer and cultural ambassador who became a well-known figure in the Soviet Union during the 1970s and 1980s. A political refugee from Greece, Tselepidis introduced millions of Soviet citizens to the works of Greek composers such as Theodorakis, Hatzidakis, and Loizos, as well as to Greek culture more broadly. His unique voice and performances earned him a place in the hearts of many across the vast Soviet Union.
Tselepidis founded the music and dance ensemble “Bouzouki,” which became a legend on the Soviet music scene, performing over 200 concerts annually. Despite his success in the Soviet Union, Tselepidis always remained deeply connected to his Greek roots. After returning to Greece in 1980, he continued to contribute to the arts, performing with the National Opera of Greece and leading community choirs.
Throughout his life, Tselepidis maintained a significant impact on cultural exchanges between Greece and the Soviet Union, never forgetting his heritage or the experiences that shaped him. His contributions to music and cultural diplomacy left an enduring legacy, celebrated both in Greece and abroad.
Source: Avant-Garde Centre
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April 16, 1994 |
Olympia Theatre - Greek National Opera (Olympia Municipal Music Theatre "Maria Callas") |
Athens |
Greece |
N/A |
Greek National Opera |
Elias Voudouris (conductor), Tassis Christoyannis (Man), Yolanda Di Tasso (Woman), Yorgos Stafetas (Old Beggar), Paul Zachariadis (Jester), Giannis Tselepidis (Wiseman), Pavlos Maropoulos (Oracle), Christos Amvrazis (High Priest), Kostas Ferris (director), Pavlos Mantoudis (set designer, costume designer), Isidoros Sideris (choreography) |
Greek National Opera Orchestra, Greek National Opera Choir |
The Fire, Op. 42 |
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April 24, 1994 |
Olympia Theatre - Greek National Opera (Olympia Municipal Music Theatre "Maria Callas") |
Athens |
Greece |
N/A |
Greek National Opera |
Elias Voudouris (conductor), Tassis Christoyannis (Man), Yolanda Di Tasso (Woman), Yorgos Stafetas (Old Beggar), Paul Zachariadis (Jester), Giannis Tselepidis (Wiseman), Pavlos Maropoulos (Oracle), Christos Amvrazis (High Priest), Kostas Ferris (director), Pavlos Mantoudis (set designer, costume designer), Isidoros Sideris (choreography) |
Greek National Opera Orchestra, Greek National Opera Choir |
The Fire, Op. 42 |
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The Fire |
Musical Drama in One Act, with Prologue and Seven Scenes. Text by Maro Papadimitriou, theatrical adaptation by Yorgo Sicilianos. |
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2222 – 4231, Celesta, Timpani, Percussion (3 Performers: Glockenspiel, Xylophone, Triangle, Clapper, Suspended Cymbal, Cymbals, Large Gong, 5 Temple Blocks, Woodblock, Snare Drum, Snare Drum without Snares, Bass Drum, Maracas, Flexatone), Strings, Characters: Man (baritone), Woman (mezzo-soprano), Old Beggar (tenor), Jester (tenor), Wiseman (baritone), Oracle (bass), High Priest (bass), Crowd (mixed choir), Men (tenors and basses or baritones and basses), Dancers, Offstage voices (four male and one female voice). |