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Kalamatianos

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A traditional Greek circle dance that is very popular at social gatherings and weddings, often performed to 7/8 meter.

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Davul

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A large double-headed drum that is played with mallets and is often used in Greek folk music to provide a powerful rhythm.

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Foustanella

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A traditional cotton men's skirt-like garment that is part of the national costume of Greece and is also danced in, particularly in the dance Tsamiko.

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Laouto

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A long-necked fretted lute with a body similar to that of the oud, played in Greek folk music, often in Crete and the Ionian Islands.

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Clarino

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A type of Greek folk clarinet with a bright, penetrating sound, commonly used in traditional Greek music.

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Nisiotika

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The traditional music of the Aegean Islands, rich with its own distinctive melodies and rhythms, known for invoking the atmosphere of the sea.

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Ikariotikos

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A traditional dance from the island of Ikaria known for its lively rhythm and stamina required to perform its long series of steps.

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Rebetiko

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A genre of Greek urban folk music which combines influences from Byzantine, Greek, Turkish and Jewish musical traditions.

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Zorba's Dance

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A dance that originated from the movie 'Zorba the Greek', reflecting the spirit and passion of Cretan traditional music and dance.

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Lyra

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A Greek pear-shaped, three-stringed bowed musical instrument, central to the traditional music of Crete and other islands.

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Hasapiko

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A traditional Greek dance with origins from Constantinople, characterized by a heavy, steady, and dignified pace.

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Tsifteteli

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A type of Greek folk dance with a rhythm and style that has Oriental influences, often accompanied by belly dancing movements.

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Pentozalis

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A traditional dance from the island of Crete that is characterized by its quick pace and energetic movements.

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Bouzouki

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A stringed musical instrument with a pear-shaped body and long neck, central to Greek folk music.

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Balos

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A Greek island dance known for its romantic and graceful movements, traditionally performed by couples in a circular pattern.

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