Their first major hit, blending Greek and Turkish vocals with the haunting sound of the lyra.
They have performed together at various cultural festivals, including the Kadirga Festival in the Pontic Mountains of Turkey. Matthaios Tsahouridis Ft Apolas Lermi
Multiple appearances on this popular Greek music show, bringing Black Sea sounds to a massive television audience. Their first major hit, blending Greek and Turkish
The Pontic lyra is the centerpiece. While Matthaios brings a PhD-level academic background in ethnomusicology to the instrument, Apolas represents the contemporary folk voice of the Black Sea region. 📺 Notable Live Appearances The Pontic lyra is the centerpiece
Their collaboration is more than just a musical project; it is a cultural statement:
Tsahouridis has stated that their art aims to "abolish borders" and "open souls" by focusing on their common ancestry.
The collaboration between (Greek Pontic lyra virtuoso) and Apolas Lermi (Turkish Black Sea musician) represents a significant "bridge" across the Black Sea, uniting the shared Pontic heritage of Greece and Turkey through music. Their partnership centers on the Pontic lyra (kemençe) and the preservation of Romeika (Pontic Greek), a dialect still spoken in parts of modern Turkey. 🎵 Key Collaborative Works