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A traditional song named after the mountain pass in the Pontus region of Turkey. The music video was filmed in the highlands of Trabzon and Tonya .

💡 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 Matthaios Tsahouridis Ft Apolas Lermi

Multiple appearances on this popular Greek music show, bringing Black Sea sounds to a massive television audience. A traditional song named after the mountain pass

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 If you'd like to explore this further, More

Their collaboration is more than just a musical project; it is a cultural statement:

Tsahouridis has stated that their art aims to "abolish borders" and "open souls" by focusing on their common ancestry.

A deeply emotional performance often showcased in live television appearances, such as the Greek program Stin Igeia Mas . 🌍 Musical Philosophy & Style