Vasilis Papakonstantinou Live Rock singer and songwriter Vasilis Papakonstantinou in a concert at Eretria, Greece.
Tania Kikidi LiveH Τάνια Κικίδη σε συναυλία στην Ερέτρια.
Rock singer Tania Kikidi in concert at Eretria, Greece.
More images at: Kevrekidis Photography
© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
11 August, 2012
Vasilis Papakonstantinou & Tania Kikidi in concert
Rock singer and songwriter Vasilis Papakonstantinou in a concert at Eretria, Greece.
H Τάνια Κικίδη σε συναυλία στην Ερέτρια.
Rock singer Tania Kikidi in concert at Eretria, Greece.
More images at: Kevrekidis Photography
© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
19 July, 2012
Flamenco
Sevilla, Andalucía - España.
Seville, Andalusia - Spain.
When the Gypsies arrived in Andalucia from India around 1425, they brought with them many song and dance styles that have strong Indian connections. At this time Andalucía was still under Arab rule. Along with the Jews and the Moors, the Gypsies were soon to be persecuted by the Catholic monarchs and the Inquisition.
These laws and restrictions resulted in bands of Gypsies, Moors and Jews taking refuge in treacherous mountainous areas, which were too desolate for the authorities to pursue them. These different cultures lived in relative harmony for many years, and the fusion of their music and dances are what we know today as Flamenco.
In the 19th century attitude towards the Gypsies changed considerably. Numerous bands of gypsies descended on villages and towns, bringing with them their exciting, seductive music - flamenco. Their mysterious music and stimulating dances were soon to catch the attention of the romantic writers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Stories abound of these strange people performing their wild and erotic dances and of the harsh unusual tones of their songs. It wasn’t long before the “gachó”, those not of gypsy lineage, became intrigued by this music. Gypsy singers were hired to entertain the señoritos in private parties, know as “Juergas”, where the rich would entertain themselves with prostitutes, alcohol and flamenco.
More images from Spain at: Kevrekidis Photography
© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
FlamencoSeville, Andalusia - Spain.
When the Gypsies arrived in Andalucia from India around 1425, they brought with them many song and dance styles that have strong Indian connections. At this time Andalucía was still under Arab rule. Along with the Jews and the Moors, the Gypsies were soon to be persecuted by the Catholic monarchs and the Inquisition.
These laws and restrictions resulted in bands of Gypsies, Moors and Jews taking refuge in treacherous mountainous areas, which were too desolate for the authorities to pursue them. These different cultures lived in relative harmony for many years, and the fusion of their music and dances are what we know today as Flamenco.
In the 19th century attitude towards the Gypsies changed considerably. Numerous bands of gypsies descended on villages and towns, bringing with them their exciting, seductive music - flamenco. Their mysterious music and stimulating dances were soon to catch the attention of the romantic writers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Stories abound of these strange people performing their wild and erotic dances and of the harsh unusual tones of their songs. It wasn’t long before the “gachó”, those not of gypsy lineage, became intrigued by this music. Gypsy singers were hired to entertain the señoritos in private parties, know as “Juergas”, where the rich would entertain themselves with prostitutes, alcohol and flamenco.
More images from Spain at: Kevrekidis Photography
© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
10 July, 2012
Trahila - Τραχήλα
Τραχήλα, Δυτική Μάνη – Μεσσηνία.
Trahila, West Mani, Messenia – Greece.
Trahila is a small fishing village at the Messenian Gulf.
Mani is one of the foremost traditional regions in Greece and possesses a profuse historical and cultural heritage. Mani lies to the southern part of Peloponnesus, within the administrative authority of Laconia and Messenia. It is a land of stone towers and beautiful beaches.
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© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
12 June, 2012
Tholos Tomb
Μυκηναϊκός θολωτός τάφος του Άνω Εγκλιανού.
Πύλος, Μεσσηνία.
Mycenaean tholos tomb of Ano Englianos.
Pylos, Messenia – Greece.
A tholos tomb (plural tholoi "domed tombs") also known as a beehive tomb is a burial structure characterized by its false dome created by the superposition of successively smaller rings of mudbricks or, more often, stones. The resulting structure resembles a beehive. In Greece, the vaulted tholoi are a monumental Late Bronze Age development.
This Mycenaean tholos tomb is the largest in the area and stands near the palace at Epano Englianos. It was built around 1550-1500 BC and remained in use throughout the 15th and possibly until the 13th century BC. As a family tomb, it is estimated to have accommodated at least 17 burials. Although it had been looted in antiquity, it still contained pottery and precious small objects. Outstanding among them are four sheet-gold owls and a gold seal with representation of a griffin, emblem of royal authority. The presence of royal tholos tombs in the area of Englianos indicates that around 1500 BC there was a large settlement on the hill, which was the center of an extensive territory.
The site compares in size and richness with the palace of Mycenae and is believed to be the home of Nestor, the second most powerful Mycenaean king. In Greek mythology, Nestor of Gerenia was the King of Pylos. According to Homer’s Iliad, Nestor took part n the expedition against Troy, provided and equipped 90 vessels, second only to the 100 ships of the expedition leader, Agamemnon himself. Nestor returned in safety from Troy and survived a good many years. In the Odyssey, Nestor and those who were part of his army had safely returned to Pylos since they didn't take part in the looting of Troy upon the Greek's victory in the Trojan War. Odysseus's son Telemachus travels to Pylos to inquire about the fate of his father. Nestor receives Telemachus kindly and entertains him lavishly but is unable to furnish any information on his father's fate.
More images at: Kevrekidis Photography
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© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
Πύλος, Μεσσηνία.
Mycenaean tholos tomb of Ano Englianos.
Pylos, Messenia – Greece.
A tholos tomb (plural tholoi "domed tombs") also known as a beehive tomb is a burial structure characterized by its false dome created by the superposition of successively smaller rings of mudbricks or, more often, stones. The resulting structure resembles a beehive. In Greece, the vaulted tholoi are a monumental Late Bronze Age development.
This Mycenaean tholos tomb is the largest in the area and stands near the palace at Epano Englianos. It was built around 1550-1500 BC and remained in use throughout the 15th and possibly until the 13th century BC. As a family tomb, it is estimated to have accommodated at least 17 burials. Although it had been looted in antiquity, it still contained pottery and precious small objects. Outstanding among them are four sheet-gold owls and a gold seal with representation of a griffin, emblem of royal authority. The presence of royal tholos tombs in the area of Englianos indicates that around 1500 BC there was a large settlement on the hill, which was the center of an extensive territory.
The site compares in size and richness with the palace of Mycenae and is believed to be the home of Nestor, the second most powerful Mycenaean king. In Greek mythology, Nestor of Gerenia was the King of Pylos. According to Homer’s Iliad, Nestor took part n the expedition against Troy, provided and equipped 90 vessels, second only to the 100 ships of the expedition leader, Agamemnon himself. Nestor returned in safety from Troy and survived a good many years. In the Odyssey, Nestor and those who were part of his army had safely returned to Pylos since they didn't take part in the looting of Troy upon the Greek's victory in the Trojan War. Odysseus's son Telemachus travels to Pylos to inquire about the fate of his father. Nestor receives Telemachus kindly and entertains him lavishly but is unable to furnish any information on his father's fate.
More images at: Kevrekidis Photography
kevrekidis.deviantart.com
[ FujiFilm FinePix HS10 ]
© 2012 Jordan Kevrekidis
23 May, 2012
Messenian Beach
H παραλία του όρμου της Βοϊδοκοιλιάς.
Λιμνοθάλασσα της Γιάλοβας, Μεσσηνία.
Voidokilia Bay beach.
Lagoon of Gialova, Messenia – Greece.
Λιμνοθάλασσα της Γιάλοβας, Μεσσηνία.
Voidokilia Bay beach.
Lagoon of Gialova, Messenia – Greece.
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