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Sophia Bilides Trio (Uncredited)

Sophia Bilides Trio

Sophia Bilides is one of the foremost practitioners of the Greek singing style known as Smyrneika, the cabaret tradition of the Greek Asia Minor refugees from the 1930s and 40s. Accompanying herself on santouri (hammered dulcimer) and zilia (finger cymbals), with master percussionist Mike Gregian on doumbeleki (drum) and Tom Babbin on kythara (guitar), she translates and performs every song with the goal of transporting audiences to the convivial, intimate atmosphere of the Anatolian cafe-aman. As a nationally recognized Greek vocalist, she has performed the music of her heritage in concerts throughout North America, including Lincoln Center and the folk festivals of The National Council For the Traditional Arts. She was also featured in the National Endowment For The Arts' Singing Traditions Tour.Bilides’ lyricist tributes include Witchcraft: The Lyrics Of Carolyn Leigh and Make Someone Happy: The Lyrics of Comden & Green.

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Sophia Bilides Trio 8/24/11: Sophia Bilides Trio

The group is led by Greek vocalist Sophia Bilides, who specializes in the Smyrneika singing style, the cabaret tradition of the Greek Asia Minor refugees from the 1930s and 40s. Part of Homegrown: The Music of America series.

Sophia Bilides Trio

The group is led by Greek vocalist Sophia Bilides, who specializes in the Smyrneika singing style, the cabaret tradition of the Greek Asia Minor refugees from the 1930s and 40s. Part of Homegrown: The Music of America series.

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