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Top 11 Greek Music CDs

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Enjoy the great sounds of Greece with this selection of Greek music. Greek music feeds the soul like nothing else.

1. Kairos Nafplion Hartoum

Nikos Zydakis' expressive songs will have you longing for your return to Greece - even if you've never been to Greece in the first place. You can access a sample of Kairos Nafplion Hartoum and other songs at this site and buy individual tracks on-line.

2. Mamma Mia the Movie Soundtrack CD

Okay, it isn't exactly Greek music but fans of Greece have so embraced this fun collection of ABBA songs shot against a beautiful Greek background and bouncy plot, I can't resist including it.

3. "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" Soundtrack

A fun selection of music from the movie.
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4. Putumayo Presents: Greece Music Odyssey

Not commited to a particular artist yet? This collection introduces you to many of the top popular artists in Greece. It's an upbeat collection that's perfect for popping in the CD player while driving in Greece. I find that Greek music helps me get into the rhythm of Greek driving.

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5. Dialogue Blue

Featuring the vocals of Charis Alexiou, this intriguing album is an interesting introduction to her work.
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6. Nana Mouskouri - At Her Very Best

A great introduction to this amazing Greek singer's repetoire.
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7. Theodorakis: Zorba's Ballet

Music composed by Theodorakis, including "Zorba's Ballet" and other music.
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8. Zorba - Music from the Broadway Show

The actual soundtrack for "Zorba the Greek" is out of print, but the music from the Broadway show can fill the gap.
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9. Zorba's Dance

This is a typical generic collection of Greek music, best used as a background to a Greek-themed party.
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10. Yanni - Live at the Acropolis

Love him or hate him, there is something about this Olympian swimmer turned easy-listening pop star that is endlessly compelling. Here's the music from his iconic concert at the Acropolis.
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11. The Dance of Heaven's Ghosts

This unusual collection brings together some of the 1990s best modern Greek music artists, with outstanding vocals and terrific back-up musicians. If you want to hear what the Greeks were listening to, this is the album for you, including an early track by Charis Alexiou.
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