Theodorakis

British  

/ θɛɔðɔˈrakis /

noun

1. Mikis (ˈmikis). born 1925, Greek composer, who wrote the music for the films Zorba the Greek (1965) and Serpico (1973): imprisoned (1967–70) for his opposition to the Greek military government

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Example Sentences

Many composers have heard that music too, and have written settings for his work — Greek artists like Mikis Theodorakis, but also foreign musicians including Ned Rorem and John Tavener.

From New York Times • May 4, 2023

She also found inspiration in singing, ranging from an album of songs by Theodorakis released by RCA in 1969 to background chants in 1972 for the Greek rock group Aphrodite’s Child.

From Washington Post • Sep. 14, 2022

"Zorba the Greek", a smash hit in 1964, in which she starred alongside Anthony Quinn and Alan Bates, captivated international audiences with its soundtrack - especially "Zorba's Dance" - composed by Mikis Theodorakis.

From Reuters • Sep. 14, 2022

Theodorakis was as well-known in Greece for his political activities as for his musical career.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 9, 2021

Hoping to interrogate both George Theodorakis and James Shin Hoo, they alternated their dinner orders.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin