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Jan Lundgren Trio at Technopolis

The Jan Lundgren Trio is a contemporary Swedish jazz group that will be hosted by Technopolis in Athens, Greece on 20 March for one concert. Music by Kraftwerk, Michel Legrand, the Beatles, Francis Lai, Juan Luis Guerra, Kurt Weill, Krzysztof Komeda and many others - plus Scandinavian folk songs - will all be presented by this modern Swedish jazz trio. The Jan Lundgren Trio, with European Standards as an album but mainly as a live programme, broadens our musical horizons and aesthetic enjoyment. Enjoy them at Technopolis in Athens, Greece.

Robin McKelle at Half Note Jazz Club

Promising singer Robin McKelle will be appearing for a few nights only at the Half Note Jazz Club in Athens, Greece from 26 March to 1 April. Robin McKelle has an ambitious style that recalls and pays homage to the Big Band sound of the 1940s, creating a playfully erotic atmosphere. Strokes of rhythm and blues reveal her sparkling side, while her ballads are simply gems.

"Remembering Weather Report" at Megaron Athens Concert Hall

Bassist Miroslav Vitous, one of the founders of Weather Report, one of the best known modern jazz groups, will be appearing live at the "Megaron" Athens Concert Hall on 28 March. Vitous has made a significant contribution to shaping the group's profile with his free compositions and high-level improvisation, where instruments enjoy equal treatment and participation. During this period of time, some of Vitous' executions have been described as phenomena in the history of jazz.

Peter Hook at the Rodeo Club

One of the most emblematic figures to emerge from the British scene in the last 30 years, Peter Hook comes to Athens, Greece for an explosive DJ set at the Rodeo Club on 20 March. Hook was the founding member of Joy Division and the inspiration of New Order, with whom he earned worldwide recognition. He will present his book, The Hacienda - How Not to Run a Club, and perform a unique DJ set.

Budapest Festival Orchestra at Megaron Athens Concert Hall

The creation of maestro Ivan Fischer, the exceptional Budapest Festival Orchestra will once again captivate audiences at the "Megaron" Athens Concert Hall on 22 and 23 March with a programme that will feature Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony nos. 4, 6, 7 and 9. The strong partnership between Fischer and the orchestra has resulted in its exemplary function.

Word Famous Brands at the Image Gallery

Advertising posters from the last 100 years, including brands such as Coca Cola, Perrier, Bally and Maserati and designed by famous artists like Andy Warhol, Villemot and Grau, will be on display until 14 March at The Image Gallery in Athens, Greece.
Exhibition of Leonardo Cremonini's paintings at Athinais Cultural Centre

The exhibition Leonardo Cremonini Painting 1965-2005, consisting of 50 oils, was launched Feb. 23 at the Athinais Cultural Centre's new gallery and will run until 23 March.
New promotional film "Breathtaking Athens"

The gaze of the traveller in Athens, Greece is captivated by the image of the contemporary metropolis. The new promotional film "Breathtaking Athens," made by the City of Athens Tourism and Economic Development Company

Athens Bench Mark

A creative internet competition to design the benches of Athens begins with the aim of contributing to the improvement of life in the city. The City of Athens and the international non-governmental network, "World of Athens," are holding an international internet competion titled "Athens Bench Mark"
Cinema on a Plate under the aegis of the City of Athens

For the fourth consecutive year in Athens, from 1 to 22 March and with two new activities - the Kids Festival and Soup Kitchens-Live Cooking -- recognised chefs will translate the atmosphere of various films into mouthwatering flavours.
Yiorgos Lambrou: 40 Years of Sculpture at the Benaki Museum

A retrospective of the work of Yiorgos Lambrou, highlighting 40 years of creative progress in sculpture by this artist from Skyros, will be held in the atrium of the Benaki Museum in Athens, Greece from 26 February to 28 March.