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 .
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
Their first major hit, blending Greek and Turkish vocals with the haunting sound of the lyra. Matthaios Tsahouridis Ft Apolas Lermi
The duo has released several high-profile singles and music videos that highlight their shared roots:
Tsahouridis has stated that their art aims to "abolish borders" and "open souls" by focusing on their common ancestry. A traditional song named after the mountain pass
💡 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
A deeply emotional performance often showcased in live television appearances, such as the Greek program Stin Igeia Mas . 🌍 Musical Philosophy & Style Their partnership centers on the Pontic lyra (kemençe)
They frequently sing in both modern languages and the Pontic dialect , keeping the linguistic tradition of the Black Sea alive.