Vasilis Kostas

**Vasilis Kostas** is a Greek laouto virtuoso and composer celebrated for breathing new life into the traditional music of Epirus, a rugged region straddling Greece and Albania. With roots in the folk traditions of his homeland, Kostas masterfully blends the laouto’s hypnotic rhythms and melodies with contemporary influences, creating a sound that feels both ancient and fresh. His albums *The Soul of Epirus* and its follow-up *The Soul of Epirus, Vol. II* showcase his deep connection to the region’s hauntingly beautiful musical heritage, while *Steps* hints at his experimental collaborations and genre-crossing curiosity. Based in the U.S., Kostas isn’t just a performer—he’s also a passionate educator, hosting workshops and lectures to share Epirus’s rich cultural legacy with global audiences. Whether onstage or in the studio, he keeps the soul of his homeland alive, one mesmerizing pluck of the laouto at a time.