Maria Faradouri, more commonly known as Maria Farantouri, is a Greek singer whose resonant voice has championed the music of her homeland and reverberated across international boundaries. Born on November 28, 1947, in Athens, Farantouri became closely associated with the music of composer Mikis Theodorakis, who discovered her talent when she was just a teenager. Her rich contralto voice, profound emotional expressiveness, and commitment to social and political issues quickly established her as a leading interpreter of Greek music, especially the works emerging from the political struggles in Greece during the turbulent years of the 1960s and 1970s.

Throughout her prolific career, Farantouri has embraced a variety of musical genres, from Greek folk to classical and contemporary music. Collaborating with esteemed poets and composers, she has put her distinctive stamp on songs written by Theodorakis, as well as on the music of Bertolt Brecht and the compositions of Hans Eisler and Kurt Weill, elevating her status to that of a cultural ambassador. Her recorded works, such as "Megales Epityhies," "I Maria Faradouri Tragouda Brecht Weill & Eisler," and the remastered series including "I Megali Agripnia" and "Serenates," showcase not only her versatility but also her dedication to preserving and revitalizing traditional Greek music for future generations. Farantouri continues to perform internationally, revered for her compelling performances and her ongoing commitment to human rights and artistic freedom.

Genres

Uyghur Pop

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Latest Release

Den Ksexno (O Agnooumenos)

Maria Faradouri

Single - Released January 22, 2024