**Concert Review: Vlatos Jazz – Alexia Katsanevaki’s Enchanting Night of Jazz** On a sultry summer evening at Vlatos Jazz, a packed house basked in the glow of a stellar performance featuring the luminous vocalist Alexia Katsanevaki, backed by the twin Fender Telecasters of Apostolis Leventopoulos and Andy Meixner. The trio delivered a spellbinding set of jazz classics that left the audience buzzing under the warm night sky. Apostolis Leventopoulos and Andy Meixner, both wielding the crisp, twangy tones of their Fender Telecasters, set the stage ablaze with their interplay. Their guitars sang in perfect harmony, blending intricate improvisations with tight, soulful rhythms. The Telecasters’ bright, clean sound added a distinctive edge to the jazz standards, creating a fresh yet nostalgic backdrop that resonated beautifully in the open-air venue. At the heart of the night was Alexia Katsanevaki, whose voice was nothing short of mesmerizing. Smooth as velvet and brimming with emotion, she breathed new life into classics like “Summertime” and “My Funny Valentine.” Her phrasing was impeccable, weaving effortlessly between playful and poignant, drawing the crowd into every lyric as if sharing a secret. Alexia’s stage presence was magnetic, her warmth and grace amplifying the intimacy of the performance. The full house at Vlatos Jazz was captivated from the first note. The warm evening breeze, the clink of glasses, and the soft hum of the crowd created a perfect ambiance, with the trio’s chemistry elevating the experience to something transcendent. The audience swayed, clapped, and cheered, fully immersed in the music’s spell. The night closed with a heartfelt encore of “What a Wonderful World,” Alexia’s voice soaring over the gentle strums of the Telecasters, leaving the crowd teary-eyed and elated. The standing ovation that erupted was as warm as the Cretan night, a fitting tribute to a trio whose artistry made this Vlatos Jazz evening unforgettable.
Category: Experience Vlatos
Things to do in Vlatos, western Crete’s Village of Peace and Culture: Attend intimate Vlatos Jazz Festival in a candlelit historic church, join vibrant panigyri feasts with music & dance, hike scenic trails in Park of Peace amid olive groves, visit folklore museum & ancient churches, explore nearby Topolia Gorge, Elafonisi beach, and Milia eco-village. Authentic Cretan adventures await! (
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Vlatos Jazz 2025 with the Melos String Quartet
The Melos String Quartet’s debut at Vlatos Jazz 2025, led by violinist Maria Manousaki, was a highlight of the festival, delivering a performance that fused classical precision with jazz-infused spontaneity. Described as “pure musical fireworks” on the Vlatos Jazz website, the quartet showcased a vibrant set in the intimate, open-air setting of Vlatos, Crete. Their repertoire blended traditional string quartet works with jazz-inspired arrangements, reflecting Manousaki’s genre-blending vision. The ensemble’s tight interplay and expressive dynamics captivated the audience, with Manousaki’s virtuosic violin leading the charge. The rustic Cretan backdrop amplified the quartet’s warm, melodic sound, making for an unforgettable night that bridged classical and jazz traditions with flair.[](https://www.vlatos.gr/events/)
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Vlatos Jazz 2025 with Apostolis Leventopoulos and Kostas Mitropoulos
Apostolis Leventopoulos and Konstantinos Mitropoulos, two exceptional guitarists, delivered a captivating performance at Vlatos Jazz 2025, as part of a trio with Giorgos Limakis. Their set, described as a “guitar showdown,” blended famous riffs with hidden gems, showcasing their technical prowess and creative synergy. Leventopoulos, known for collaborations with Greece’s jazz elite, brought a soulful, versatile energy, while Mitropoulos, a Gypsy Jazz specialist from Gadjo Dilo, infused the performance with Django Reinhardt-inspired flair. The intimate Vlatos setting amplified their dynamic interplay, creating an unforgettable acoustic jazz experience that thrilled the audience.[](https://www.vlatos.gr/events/)[](https://www.thenationalherald.com/gypsy-jazz-trio-k-mitropoulos-performs-at-theatre-of-the-no-sept-28-oct-19/)
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Vlatos Jazz Summer 2025 FULL PROGRAM
Buckle up, jazz freaks, because Vlatos Jazz Summer 2025 is about to launch you into a parallel dimension where Crete’s ancient mountains collide with the wildest sounds this side of the galaxy! We’re talking 13 straight Sundays of sonic chaos in the tiny village of Vlatos, Kissamos – a place so chill it’s basically a portal to another realm. Starting June 29th, three Greek guitar gods (Apostolis Leventopoulos, Giorgios Limakis, and Kostas Mitropoulos) will shred your soul into a million pieces with riffs that could wake the gods of Olympus. Then, on July 6th, the Meλos String Quartet will drag you from the White Mountains to the blue seas with strings that scream like sirens on a jazz-fueled bender.
But wait – it gets crazier! The Blues Jazz Trio on July 13th will summon ancient spirits with classic tunes so raw, you’ll swear the venue’s stone walls are sweating. Maria Manousaki’s Quartet on July 20th? They’re dropping Behind Closed Doors vibes so hot, the Cretan goats outside will start scat-singing. The Cretan Jazz Trio on July 27th is straight-up time travel – traditional Kissamos instruments meet jazz so unhinged, you’ll think you’re at a 1920s Harlem speakeasy in the middle of a Minoan ruin.
August goes full supernova: the 3 Keys Trio on the 3rd will have Lefteris Papadakis’ electric bass shaking the earth like a tectonic plate on a mission. Ilias Zoutsos on August 10th is basically a musical alchemist, turning the Cretan Lyra into a jazz weapon of mass reinvention with Spyros Loukos’ piano as his co-conspirator. Then, on the 17th, Kate Dunphy and her Carte Blanche Vintage Quartet teleport straight from a 1930s New York jazz den – harmonica so sultry, the stars above Vlatos will blush.
Paul Meller & Friends on August 24th? This ex-journalist-turned-blues-wizard is throwing a party so wild, even the olive trees will be dancing. Duke Guilliaume’s Jazz Soul Trio on the 31st will make the mountains weep with New York soul so deep, you’ll forget which continent you’re on. September 7th, Emily Holden’s electric violin will spark lightning storms over Vlatos – her sound is a cosmic explosion of jazz, classical, and pure chaos. TETRAIXO on the 14th is four sounds of madness – Maria Manousaki and her Cretan violin-lute posse will make you feel like you’re surfing a tsunami of melody. And closing it all on September 21st, Giorgos Chachlakis and the Rebetiko crew will rip your heart out with sounds so raw, you’ll be crying into your raki by the encore.
Every Sunday at 20:30, only 60 seats, €10-15 a pop – local food, drinks, and a free peek at the Vlatos Folklore Museum. Book fast via PayPal at vlatos.gr, or you’ll be stuck listening to the goats bleat instead. Scan the QR code for the full program, and brace yourself – Vlatos Jazz 2025 isn’t just a festival; it’s a jazz-fueled fever dream you’ll never wake up from!
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Vlatos Kazani
During the end of October and the beginning of November Vlatos organised 4 Friday nights in the Kazani of the Vaidakis family. Guest were able to buy a ticket that included music, drinks and food. An experience for those unknown with this deep Cretan Culture.
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ΔΩΡΕΑΝ ΕΚΔΗΛΩΣΗ ΣΤΟΝ ΒΛΑΤΟΣ
Την Τετάρτη 28 Αυγούστου το σύλλογό μας μαζί με την Περιφέρεια Κρήτης υπάρχει μια έξτρα συναυλία Vlatos Jazz. Οι διάσημοι Αχιλλέας Περσίδης και Δημήτρης Κολιακουδάκης θα παίξουν στις 20:30, είσοδος ελεύθερη.
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Νέοι στη σκηνή
Λοιπόν, αγαπητέ μου άνθρωπε, είναι πολύ απλό. Εάν οι νέοι μουσικοί δεν έχουν την ευκαιρία να εμφανιστούν ζωντανά μπροστά σε κοινό, πώς αλλιώς υποτίθεται ότι θα βιώσουν τη συγκίνηση να αγνοείται εντελώς η μουσική τους από μια αίθουσα γεμάτη κόσμο που είναι εκεί για τη δωρεάν μπύρα;
Σε μια πιο σοβαρή νότα, η ζωντανή εμφάνιση είναι ζωτικής σημασίας για τους νέους μουσικούς. Τους βοηθά να αναπτύξουν τη σκηνική τους παρουσία, την αυτοπεποίθηση και τις μουσικές τους δεξιότητες. Επιπλέον, τους δίνει την ευκαιρία να συνδεθούν με το κοινό τους, να λάβουν σχόλια και να δημιουργήσουν μια βάση θαυμαστών.
Έτσι, την επόμενη φορά που θα δείτε έναν νεαρό μουσικό να παίζει ζωντανά, μην είστε εκείνο το άτομο που μιλάει δυνατά στο τηλέφωνό του στην πρώτη σειρά. Αντίθετα, δώστε τους την ευκαιρία να λάμψουν και ίσως, απλώς, να γίνετε μάρτυρες της γέννησης της επόμενης μουσικής ιδιοφυΐας.
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Ο αξιότιμος κύριος Ρος Ντέιλι
Ο Ross Daly έχει προγραμματιστεί να εμφανιστεί ζωντανά στο Vlatos Jazz στις 7 Ιουλίου 2024, από τις 20:30 έως τις 23:00 EEST.
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Παλιοί Γνωστοί
Οι Elements Trio έχουν προγραμματιστεί να εμφανιστούν στο Vlatos Jazz στις 7 Ιουλίου 2024, από τις 20:30 έως τις 23:00 EEST.
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Cretan Glenti at Vlatos
The main event will take place on July 25, 2024, in the renovated forecourt of the main church in Vlatos Kissamos at 21:00. The event will be accompanied by the band of Nikomanolis Nyktaris. Entry €5 without full Menu.Food and Drink available from the Club Bar.
Η κεντρική εκδήλωση θα πραγματοποιηθεί στις 25 Ιουλίου 2024, στον ανανεωμένο προαύλιο χώρο επί της κεντρικής εκκλησίας στο Βλατος Κισσάμου και ώρα 21:00. Την εκδήλωση θα πλαισιώσει μουσικά το συγκρότημα του Νικομανωλη Νύκταρη. Είσοδος 5 € χωρις πλήρες Μενού .
Διαθέσιμα Φαγητό και Ποτό προς διάθεση από το Μπαρ του Συλλόγου.