About Music of Greece
Music of Greece is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of the Balkans and music of Southern Europe.
Music of Greece has given rise to 9 subgenres on this site, such as Laïko, Greek folk music, Music of Crete and Greek rock.
From Wikipedia
The music of Greece is as diverse and celebrated as its history. Greek music separates into two parts: Greek traditional music and Byzantine music. These compositions have existed for millennia, having originated in the Byzantine period and Greek antiquity. There is a continuous development which appears in the language, rhythm, strucure, and melody. Music is a significant aspect of Hellenic culture, both within Greece and in the diaspora.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Music of Greece.
Related genres
Romani music
music of the Romani people
Music of Turkey
music and musical traditions of Turkey and Ottoman music
Laïko
1960s · Greece
Music of Albania
overview of music and musical traditions of Albania
Music of Bulgaria
overview of musical traditions in Bulgaria
Music of Croatia
overview of musical traditions in Croatia
Music of Kosovo
overview of musical traditions in Kosovo
Music of Bosnia and Herzegovina
type of music
Frequently asked questions
What is Music of Greece?
Music of Greece is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of the Balkans and music of Southern Europe.