Mikis Theodorakis (1925-2021), is one of the most important Greek composers known abroad. He has composed thousands of Greek songs, (mostly Laika and Entechno style), symphonic music, music for operas, ballet, and chamber music, etc.. To read more about his life and career, click here.
If you are looking to learn more about Greek history of the 19th and 20th century in a way that does not remind you of school textbooks, we would recommend giving Greek author’s Nikos Themelis trilogy a try. The three novels describe the socio-political conditions of the time as well as important historical events that […]
How to say “I try” in Greek. Learn the present and future form of this verb, as well as the Imperative form. Since it is very useful to be able to say “I try”, “I will try” or the imperative “TRY!”, here below, we will explain the verb “Προσπαθώ” If you prefer to watch and […]
The “Easy Greek Stories” podcast – Episode 15 If you are at an intermediate level in Greek, then boost your Greek listening skills with the Omilo Podcast. It also helps you learn common everyday Greek vocabulary and life situations in Greece. In this podcast you can listen to every story first at a slow reading […]
Already one year passed, without Mikis Theodorakis… Mikis Theodorakis, the beloved and internationally known Greek composer, whose music and political life are also well-known abroad, died on September 2nd, 2021. He was 96. Theodorakis’ career, which started in his early years, produced a hugely varied body of work. He has not only composed symphonic music, […]
For many Greek language learners, Greek music is the reason why they started learning Greek. Music is a fun and interesting way to learn the language. You can listen at any time of the day and the lyrics can help you to expand your vocabulary, but also make you feel closer to Greece and the […]
Maybe you recently ordered a FIX beer in Greece? There are plenty of beers to choose from on the Greek market (Mythos, Alfa, Yellow Donkey, Nissos, Vergina …), but let’s have a look at the Fix beer. A beer with an interesting history, as well as its own building in center Athens!
As summer is well under way, we need uplifting music to go along with the warm summer days (and nights). And what could be better than the songs of Mariza Rizou that beautifully blend together nostalgic retro vibes and elements from jazz, swing, folk, pop and Latin music?
When we are on the island of Syros for the Greek summer courses, one of the things the Omilo team and students love, are the tavern meals. The taverns on Syros island offer lots of wonderful dishes worth discovering. Today we would like to share a recipe with you of a typical starter from Syros […]
The “Easy Greek Stories” podcast – Episode 14 If you are at an intermediate level in Greek, then boost your Greek listening skills with the Omilo Podcast. It also helps you learn common everyday Greek vocabulary and life situations in Greece. In this podcast you can listen to every story first at a slow reading […]
