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New! Workshops

Mediterranean Musical Traditions Series: Exploring the Musical Heritage of Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean is a collection of interactive educational concert-workshops. Drawing upon decades of performance, research, and teaching, the series explores the interconnected musical traditions of Greece and countries around the broader Mediterranean region.

September Workshop (view flyer)

September 10, 2026 Sandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring, MD – Educational and Interactive Workshops – bring your instruments.

REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP HERE: Spyros Koliavasilis presents Mediterranean Soundscapes: The Art of Greek Rebetiko

October Workshop:

The Art of Improvisation in Eastern and Western Music: A Comparative Approach to Maqams and Jazz

(sign up on Sandy Spring Museum website, direct link coming soon)

November Workshop:

Musical Crossroads: Shared Traditions of Greece, Turkey, the Arab World, Armenia, and the Balkans

(sign up on Sandy Spring Museum website, direct link coming soon)

New! Workshops

New Project: Mediterranean Orchestra

Read about this exciting new project here: Mediterranean Orchestra

“Tradition has continuity and a future.”

— Spyros Koliavasilis, December 2024

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“Spyros Koliavasilis’s performances are thrilling. He is an immensely accomplished musician and vocalist whose concerts are as enriching and thoughtful as they are captivating. We have loved hosting him at Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, and look forward to his next performance.”

— Mary Ann Brownlow, Hill Center DC

🌟 The State of Maryland has recognized Dr. Spyros Koliavasilis as a Master of Greek Traditional Music, marking the third time he has received this prestigious accolade. The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) awarded Spyros the 2025 Apprenticeship Grant, celebrating his invaluable contribution as a Master Teacher in preserving and passing along the rich heritage of Greek Traditional Music (Aug. 5, 2024).

Read the International Herald article about Spyros:

Spyros Koliavasilis is a gifted vocalist and multi-instrumentalist performer with an expertise in traditional Greek music, Rebetiko, Smyrneika (music of Asia Minor) and a passion for other genres, such as ethno-jazz and world music. His music blends traditional elements, timeless improvisations, and contemporary sounds that transports you to another time and place.

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Bookings & Collaborations: Spyro’s musical offerings are many. We are happy to discuss and meet your needs for weddings, glendis, private parties, fundraisers, formal themed concerts, musical collaborations, special events, specialized music needs focused on a region (e.g. Crete, Thrace, Ikaria, Island music) or a style (e.g. rebetiko, Smyrneika), music lessons, and more. 

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