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Pontic Greek music

Pontic Greek music is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Greece. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Pontic Greek music

Pontic Greek music is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Greece.

From Wikipedia

Pontic Greek music, also called Pontian Greek music, comprises the musical traditions of the Pontic Greeks from antiquity to the modern day. Song and dance have a long history in the Pontos, ranging from ancient dances to the Acritic songs to folk songs. Certain dances date to ancient times, such as the pyrrhichios. Pontian music has evolved alongside Pontic dance.

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What is Pontic Greek music?

Pontic Greek music is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Greece.

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