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 lived in hotels in Rome and other cities, joining other Greek stars such as “Zorba” composer Mikis Theodorakis to denounce the regime in Athens.

From Washington Post • Sep. 14, 2022

He was born Michalis Theodorakis on the island of Chios on July 29, 1925.

From Reuters • Sep. 8, 2021

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

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2021

"You're equal partners with that Theodorakis kid," Hoo continued.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin