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Wim Mertens
2d October 2010 & 26th November 2012
Megaron – The Athens Concert Hall

The Belgian composer Wim Mertens (born 1953) is an international recording and performing artist who has given countlessconcerts, as a soloist and with his ensemble,all over Europe, North and Central America, Japan, Thailandand in Russia.He initially studied atthe Conservatory of Brussels and graduated in political and social sciences at the K.U.Leuven and Musicology at the R.U. Gent.

Mertens is also the author ofAmerican Minimal Music (1980), the first book todeal in depth with theschool of American repetitivemusic. His early landmark albums are Vergessen and Struggle for Pleasure(1982), includingClose Cover, still one of his classics. In 1998,Mertens became the Cultural Ambassador of Flanders.

Since 1980,Mertenshas composed pieces in different formats, from short, accessible songs or Lieder to magnanimous and complex three-and four-partcycles, and for different settings: from solo piano to chambermusic ensembles and symphonyorchestra. He often writes for unusual instrumentations: twelve piccolos, ten basstrombones, thirteen clarinets. Since his recording debut in 1980, titled For Amusement Only, an electronic composition for pinball machines, Wim Mertens has released more than 65albums.

Terry Riley & Gyan Riley (US)
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Parnassos Hall
21:30

We are presenting a full-length program of Terry’s music: intricate and often improvisational structures containing elements of minimalism, jazz, ragtime, and North Indian raga, the combination of which have defined Terry’s diverse and prolific career.

Minimalist pioneer Terry Riley was among the most revolutionary composers of the postwar era; famed for his introduction of repetition into Western music motifs, he also masterminded early experiments in tape loops and delay systems which left an indelible mark on the experimental music produced in his wake.

“Nothing I have done in this life has given me more satisfaction than improvising on these songs with Gyan. Nothing I have done can match the intuitive synchronicity we have shared many times on the stage. Gyan supplies a brilliant counterpoint to the strands and moods of these pieces always surprising me with a virtuosity that serves and energizes his musical invention. I could not have dreamed up a better marriage of mind and spirit than this collaboration.” – Terry Riley

This event will be seated.

Ticket Prices:
30€ – A’ Zone
25€ – Β΄Zone
20€ – Upper Tier

*The seats on the upper tier aren’t numbered. The access is only by stairs.

Tickets Presale:
https://www.viva.gr/tickets/music/filologikos-syllogos-parnassos/terry-riley-gyan-riley/ | WIND Stores | | Seven Spots | Reload Stores | Yoleni’s Greek Gastronomy Center
Βιβλιοπωλεία Ευριπίδης – Evripidis Bookstores| Viva kiosk Technopolis | athinorama.gr

Venue:
Parnassos Hall
6, Ag. Georgiou Karytsi Square
10561 Athens
+30 21 0322 1917
www.events.lsparnas.gr

Website: www.plisskenfestival.gr

Facebook: www.facebook.com/plisskenfestival

Instagram: www.instagram.com/plisskenfest

“Plisskën is rammed, fizzing with energy and nobody goes home until dawn” – The Guardian

“A righteous celebration of noise” – Drowned in Sound

“Plisskën bodes a great location, an eco-friendly policy and an incredible lineup..” – Culture Collide

“Athens Awesome Plisskën Festival ” – Noisey

Jim Gaffigan live in Athens (Sold Out)
The Fixer Upper Tour
22nd November 2018
Φιλολογικός Σύλλογος Παρνασσός
Οpening Act: Ted Alexandro
20:45

Jim Gaffigan is a Grammy nominated comedian, actor, New York Times best-selling author, top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling father of five. Gaffigan is known around the world for his unique brand of humor which largely revolves around fatherhood and his observations on life and food. With multiple projects in motion, Gaffigan is currently on his Fixer Upper arena and theater stand-up comedy tour, with dates through the end of the year.

In a dramatic turn, Jim will next be seen in IFC Films/Showtime’s, The Bleeder, opposite Liev Schreiber, Naomi Watts, Ron Perlman and Elisabeth Moss. The sports drama follows the true story of boxing champ Chuck Wepner (Schreiber) who in 1975 went 15 rounds in the heavyweight world championship against Muhammad Ali. Gaffigan portrays John Stoehr, the ever-loyal best friend of Wepner. The Bleeder premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival with a US release date to be announced shortly. Jim was also recently cast as a series regular for season 3 of FX Networks’ Fargo, playing the role of police deputy, Donny Mashman. Season 3 will premiere spring 2017

Gaffigan recently wrapped production on Apex Entertainment’s drama, Chappaquiddick, opposite Jason Clarke, Ed Helms, Bruce Dern and Kate Mara. The film follows the story revolving around Senator Ted Kennedy (Clarke) and the tragic car accident that took the life of Mary Jo Kopechne (Mara) in 1968. Gaffigan plays District Attorney Paul Markham, who was on the island of Chappaquiddick during the accident.

On the small screen Gaffigan and his wife, Jeannie, recently ended their critically acclaimed semi-fictitious television show, The Jim Gaffigan Show, after two seasons on TV Land. The series, lauded by The Los Angeles Times as “Fun and Funny,” and People Magazine as “One of Summer TV’s bright spots,” was written by Gaffigan and Jeannie who both also served as executive producers and showrunners. The single-camera comedy co-starred Ashley Williams, Michael Ian Black, and Adam Goldberg and revolved around one man’s struggle to balance fatherhood, stand-up comedy and an insatiable appetite.

Last December, Gaffigan became one of only ten comics in history to sell out Madison Square Garden and few months prior, Gaffigan had the honor of performing for Pope Francis and over 1 million festival attendees at the Festival of Families in Philadelphia. Additionally, streaming site Pandora recently announced that Jim is the most popular comic among its users with over 647 million spins to date.

Gaffigan’s fourth special (Beyond the Pale -2006, King Baby -2009, Mr. Universe -2012), Obsessed premiered on Comedy Central in 2014 and the DVD/CD was released soon after by Comedy Central Records. Obsessed premiered at #1 on iTunes which marked the fifth time Gaffigan reached the Top 25 Comedy category on iTunes. The album also earned a nomination for ‘Best Comedy Album of the Year’ at the 2015 Grammy Awards. All four of Jim’s specials recently premiered on Netflix.

In 2013, Jim’s first book, Dad Is Fat, was released by Crown Publishing and debuted at #5 on The New York Times Bestseller’s List and remained on the list for 17 weeks. His second book, Food: A Love Story, was released in the fall of 2014 and debuted at #3 on The New York Times Bestseller’s List.

In addition to his own television show, widely popular stand-up comedy and best-selling books, Jim has guest starred on many television comedies and dramas, ranging from “Portlandia” to HBO’s cult hits “Flight of the Concords” and “Bored to Death” to dramatic roles in all three versions of “Law & Order.” On the silver screen, his credits include Three Kings, Hot Pursuit, Super Troopers, and 17 Again amongst many others. Gaffigan costarred Peter Sarsgaard and Winona Ryder in Magnolia Picture’s 2015 drama, Experimenter.

Gaffigan was born in Elgin, Illinois and is the youngest of six children. He currently lives in Manhattan with his wife Jeannie, and their five children.

Links:
Website – www.jimgaffigan.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/JimGaffigan
Twitter – www.twitter.com/JimGaffigan
Instagram – www.instagram.com/jimgaffigan/

Venue:
Parnassos Hall
6, Ag. Georgiou Karytsi Square
10561 Athens
+30 21 0322 1917
www.events.lsparnas.gr

Xylouris White
Thursday 7th November 2019
Parnassos Hall
21:00

More info soon

Links:
Website – www.xylouriswhite.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/XylourisWhiteBand/
Instagram – www.instagram.com/xylouriswhite
Twitter – twitter.com/xylouriswhite

Tickets:
A’ Zone – 25€
B Zone – 20€
Upper Tier – 17€

*The seats on the upper tier aren’t numbered and the access is by stairs.

Tickets Presale:
www.viva.gr/tickets/music/parnassos-hall/xylouris-white/

Venue:
Parnassos Hall
6, Ag. Georgiou Karytsi Square
10561 Athens
+30 21 0322 1917
www.events.Isparnas.gr

DILLON (DE) in Athens
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Parnassos Hall
21:30

Born in Brasil and based in Berlin, Dominique Dillon de Byington alias Dillon has always had a clear vision of her art. She has already released two albums which she regards as one body of work, since they tell a coherent story.

This has always been apparent in her live shows, which are carried by an interchange between the dark-melodic songs of both albums. “When I started writing my second album „The Unknown“ I knew it was the continuation of „This Silence Kills“ both musically as well and content wise.” In 2016 both albums were brought together in form of the live album „Live at Haus der Berliner Festspiele“ in which Dillon is accompanied by a women’s choir which she and her collaborator & co-producer Tamer Fahri Özgönenc composed. „I felt the need to work with vocals, and to create a further additional layer that breathes between the electronics and I. “I was very intrigued by this idea and so Tamer and I wrote and arranged a choir,” Dillon explains.

End of 2017 Dillon released her third album titled „Kind“ (German for Child), which Dillon refers to as an ‘album of love’ and which is entirely separated from her previous work, radiating a new-found warmth, emphasised by brass elements. This Spring Dillon returns with an EP titled „When Breathing Feels like Drowning“, a collection of new material as well as covers of songs in the form of eerie piano arrangements and angst ridden electronic soundscapes, on which she worked with Swiss producer and Klangkünstler Samuel Savenberg (S S S S). What could perhaps be defined as warm and hopeful in Dillon’s previous album, seems to have fully evaporated, exposing a brutal vulnerability and despair. After continuously touring with choirs and brass ensembles, Dillon will be performing her first solo piano shows.

Information:
Website – www.dillonzky.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/dillonzky
Twitter – www.twitter.com/dillonzky
Instagram – www.instagram.com/dillonzky

Tickets Price:
22€ – A’ Zone
18€ – Β΄Zone
15€ – Upper Tier *

*The seats on the upper tier aren’t numbered and the access is by stairs.

Tickets Presale:
www.viva.gr/tickets/music/parnassos-hall/dillon/ | athinorama.gr
WIND Stores | Reload Stores | Seven Spots | Βιβλιοπωλεία Ευριπίδης – Evripidis Bookstores

Venue:
Parnassos Hall
6, Ag. Georgiou Karytsi Square
10561 Athens
+30 21 0322 1917
www.events.lsparnas.gr

Liza Treyger
Live in Athens
Thursday, September 26, 2019
The Hub Events
21:00

Liza Treyger likes the late 90s/early 2000’s pop and soul music. She enjoys collaging, shopping, walking around NYC, private pools, chatting with friends and fighting with enemies, but mostly spending money, telling jokes, and giggling with girlfriends.

Currently based in New York, the upcoming comedienne is doing stand-up six or seven nights a week at New York’s top comedy clubs. In her shows, she talks, among others, a lot about alcohol, weed and sex. In between jokes, she skillfully addresses social issues such as sexism, feminism and sexual education making the audience wonder whether they should laugh or not.

In her direct, raunchy, raw monologues she doesn’t miss out talking about herself telling jokes about her past relationships, sexual experiences and her Jewish heritage. The Chicago stand up comedienne, Natalie Jose has said about Treyger, “Liza is honest and straightforward without any sugarcoating. Her comedy is sneaky-smart.”

Liza Treyger has headlined at Caroline’s on Broadway and has also performed at the Green Mountain Comedy Fest and the Just For Laughs Festival. She has also participated in the Netflix series “The Degenerates” with a 30-minute special show as well as appeared on the Louis C.K. miniseries, Horace and Pete. She also has her own comedy Central half hour album, Glittercheese. She has appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chelsea Lately, @Midnight, This is Not Happening, Not Safe with Nikki Glaser, Adam Devine’s House Party, and Lie Detectors.

Links:

Website: http://www.glittercheese.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlitterCheese
Instagram: http://instagram.com/glittercheese

Nils Frahm Live In Athens (Sold Out)
24 September 2019
Megaron – The Athens Concert Hall
21:00

Links
Website: www.nilsfrahm.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/nilsfrahm
Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/nils_frahm

Nils Frahm had an early introduction to music, learning the piano throughout his childhood. It was through this that Nils began to immerse himself in the styles of classical pianists from previous generations as well as the music of contemporary composers, before forging his own musical path through composition.

Today Nils Frahm continues to work as an accomplished composer, producer and celebrated performer from his Berlin-based studio at the renowned Funkhaus. His unconventional approach to an age-old instrument, played contemplatively and intimately, and on a mesmerising scale through his vast stage shows, has won him many fans around the world. Nils has gained global notoriety for his highly developed sense of control and restraint in his work, as well as a breath-taking level of emotion and personality.

Following on from his first solo piano works “Wintermusik” and “The Bells” in 2009, and 2010’s “7fingers” in collaboration with cellist Anne Müller, 2011 saw his break-through album “Felt” on Erased Tapes. Created by placing felt on the hammers of the piano, the record defines Frahm’s signature sound which was a further development of the two-track experiment Unter/Über. “Felt” was followed by his solo synthesiser EP “Juno” and “Wonders” — a record by Oliveray, his duo project with long-time musical companion Peter Broderick. Nils then recorded the 2012 works “Screws” while recovering from a thumb injury, which he gifted to his fans on his birthday. Erased Tapes also released Juno Reworked featuring remixes by Luke Abbott and Clark.

2013 saw Nils return with his new album Spaces to critical acclaim, expressing his love for experimentation and answering the call from his fans for a record that truly reflects what they have witnessed during his live shows. Recorded over a period of two years the album captured live performances from various of his concerts worldwide. Nils also released his first music book in the same year, “Sheets Eins”, publishing the sheet music for tracks such as “Ambre” and “Said” and “Done” for the very first time.

In 2015 Nils launched “Piano Day”, an official global body created by Nils and his closest friends to celebrate the piano via various innovative, piano-related projects around the world. The first project revealed by the Piano Day team was the building of the world’s tallest piano: the Klavins 450. It was on the slightly smaller version built by piano inventor David Klavins that Nils recorded eight improvised piano motifs in one sitting, which formed his “Solo” album – presented to the world on the first celebration of Piano Day.

During the same year Nils’ first film score release Music For The Motion Picture Victoria written for the one-take feature film by Sebastian Schipper, won the esteemed German Film Prize for Best Soundtrack; the soundtrack opens with an edit of “Burn With Me” by German producer DJ Koze. And in the Summer, the BBC Proms presented a memorable performance at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall curated by BBC 6 Music radio presenter Mary Anne Hobbs.